24° to 29°
Coolest & Showery
The coolest month of the year, with rain still a fairly regular presence.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
24° to 30°
Dry Season Begins
Rain eases noticeably as the driest window of the year begins.
☀️ Sunscreen✨ Best sightseeing weather
24° to 31°
Dry & Pleasant
Still part of the best window, warming up as the heat builds.
🥵 Heat protection☀️ Sunscreen
26° to 32°
Driest Month
The driest month of the year, hot and dry.
🥵 Heat protection☀️ Sunscreen
26° to 33°
Hottest Month
The hottest month of the year on average, with rain starting to build again.
🥵 Heat protection☀️ Sunscreen
26° to 32°
Wet Season Arrives
Rain becomes a regular fixture as the southwest monsoon sets in.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
25° to 32°
Wettest Month
The rainiest month of the year, with rain a near-daily presence.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 32°
Still Wet
Rain eases slightly from July, still a regular presence.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
25° to 32°
Very Wet
Among the wettest months of the year, as the wet season continues.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 32°
Very Wet
Nearly as wet as July, as the northeast monsoon takes over.
☔ Heavy rain gear⚠️ Flash-flood aware
25° to 31°
Rain Eases
Rain eases from the peak of the wet season, though still a regular presence.
☔ Umbrella handy🥵 Heat protection
24° to 31°
Still Rainy
Still part of the wetter half of the year, as the northeast monsoon holds on.
☔ Umbrella essential🥵 Heat protection
★★★ peak season, ★★☆ decent shoulder months, ★☆☆ true off-peak, based on rain frequency, heat, and haze.
Frequently asked questions
When is monsoon season in Cebu City?›
Cebu City's rainy season historically runs from May through January, with July the wettest month, driven first by the southwest monsoon and later by the northeast monsoon.
What is the best time of year to visit Cebu City?›
February through April is historically Cebu City's driest window and the best time for a visit.
What is the least favorable time to visit Cebu City?›
July, September, and October are historically among the wettest months of the year.
Which month has the most rain in Cebu City?›
July is historically the wettest month, averaging around 211mm of rain.
Which month is the driest in Cebu City?›
April is historically the driest month, averaging around 56mm of rain.
How hot does Cebu City get?›
May is historically the hottest month of the year on average, and a record high was reached in an exceptional event in late May 2010.
What should I pack for Cebu City during the rainy season?›
Rain gear is worth having from around May through January, especially in July, September, and October.
Does Cebu City get typhoons?›
Yes. Like the rest of northern and central Philippines, Cebu City can be affected by typhoons, generally from May to December, with risk historically highest between August and November.
Is Cebu City part of a larger metro area?›
Yes. Metro Cebu is home to more than 3 million people and also includes the cities of Carcar, Danao, Lapu-Lapu, Mandaue, Naga, and Talisay.
Is Mactan Island near Cebu City?›
Yes. Mactan Island, home to Lapu-Lapu City and Cebu's main international airport, sits just across a narrow channel from Cebu City.