Climate Overview
The climate in Cebu City is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2324mm of precipitation falls per year. Cebu City receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cebu City is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, June, August. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 25°C.
Temperature
Cebu City has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Cebu City is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2324mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 194mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 275mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 93mm. That's 182mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Cebu City is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Cebu City, which began on June 21, 2026. Cebu City is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in May at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 25°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 382mm across the season with a monthly average of 127mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 606mm across the season with a monthly average of 202mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 722mm across the season with a monthly average of 241mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 614mm across the season with a monthly average of 205mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cebu City based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
