Mindanao Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mindanao, Philippines in October.

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Davao City General Luna Cagayan de Oro General Santos

Are you planning a trip a to Mindanao, Philippines in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Mindanao in October

Mindanao, Philippines is a region in Philippines. October in Mindanao generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Mambajao at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Tagum at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Tagum and 26°C (79°F) in Mambajao. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Mindanao, Philippines, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Samal with an average of 117 mm (4.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Ozamis with 272 mm (11 in).

Explore Mindanao by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mindanao — and find the best time to visit. (based on Davao City)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mindanao in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mindanao.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Mindanao

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Mindanao, Philippines?

Temperature range in Mindanao (October)

Precipitation variation in Mindanao (October)

Davao City

In October Davao City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Davao City →

General Luna

In October General Luna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in General Luna →

Cagayan de Oro

In October Cagayan de Oro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
269 mm (11 in)
275 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cagayan de Oro →

General Santos

In October General Santos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
211 mm (8.3 in)
259 mm (10 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in General Santos →

Mambajao

In October Mambajao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Mambajao →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Mindanao, in Philippines.

In our records: Philippines October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Philippines in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Philippines brought 494 mm (19 in) in Baguio on October 19, 2015.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mindanao in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Davao City 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
General Luna 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)
Cagayan de Oro 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 269 mm (11 in)
General Santos 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Mambajao 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Tagum 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)

Mindanao weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mindanao, Philippines in October?

Mindanao, Philippines typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Davao City average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mindanao, Philippines in October?

Davao City averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Mindanao, Philippines get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Mindanao, Philippines, with Davao City averaging around 170 mm (6.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Mindanao, Philippines?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Mindanao, Philippines with overall tolerable weather in Davao City. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Mindanao, Philippines is in March and April with generally tolerable weather in Davao City. In contrast, June and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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