Climate Overview
The climate in Bacolod City is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3448mm of precipitation falls per year. Bacolod City receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bacolod City is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.
Temperature
Bacolod City has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bacolod City is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3448mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 287mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 434mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 101mm. That's 333mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Bacolod City is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Bacolod City, which began on June 21, 2026. Bacolod 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 April at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 24°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 494mm across the season with a monthly average of 165mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1191mm across the season with a monthly average of 397mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1075mm across the season with a monthly average of 358mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 688mm across the season with a monthly average of 229mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Bacolod 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.
