Zamboanga del Sur Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines in October.

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Zamboanga City

Planning a trip to Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zamboanga del Sur in October

Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines is a region in Philippines. October in Zamboanga del Sur generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Zamboanga City. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

October is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 228 mm (9 in) in Zamboanga City.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Zamboanga City receives about 170 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Zamboanga del Sur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zamboanga del Sur - and find the best time to visit. (based on Zamboanga City)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zamboanga del Sur in October

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

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 Zamboanga del Sur

What is the weather like in October for the most popular destinonation in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines?

Zamboanga City

In October Zamboanga City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
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September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
170 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
228 mm (9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Zamboanga del Sur, 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.

Zamboanga del Sur weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines in October?

Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines typically experiences mixed weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Zamboanga City average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines in October?

Zamboanga City averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines get a lot of rain in October?

Rainfall in Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines peaks during October. Zamboanga City averages roughly 228 mm (9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines?

Given the typically mixed weather conditions in Zamboanga City, October may not be the ideal time to visit Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines.

On average, the best time to visit Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines is in January, February and December with generally very good weather in Zamboanga City. On the other hand, the weather in May tends to be less favorable.

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