Cebu Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Cebu. The annual average is 31°C high / 24°C low — hottest in April (32°C) and coldest in January (23°C).
Cebu Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Cebu's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 31° / 24°
- Best time to visit
- January, February, March
- Hottest month
- April (32°C)
- Coldest month
- January (23°C)
- Wettest month
- July (195mm)
- Driest month
- April (60mm)
As of 2026, Cebu's weather averages 31°C high / 24°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is January, February, March. The hottest month is April (32°C), the coldest is January (23°C), and the wettest is July (195mm).
Best Time to Visit Cebu
January is Cebu's single best travel month — dry-season conditions with low rainfall, comfortable 23-30°C temperatures, calm seas, and the centerpiece Sinulog Festival on the 3rd Sunday. Trade-off is maximum hotel pricing during Sinulog week (rates triple, 6-month advance booking required) and the year's biggest tourist crush at Mactan resorts. Island-hopping conditions are ideal: Hilutungan and Nalusuan offer 20-25m visibility, Oslob whale shark tours run with 99% reliability, Kawasan canyoneering is at peak safety. Bohol day-trip ferries run on schedule with calm seas. Korean Lunar New Year falls in late January or early February — direct Seoul-Cebu flights double in price during the holiday week, Mactan hotel rates jump 30-50% for 5-7 days. Plan around it.
February is statistically Cebu's driest month — only 6 rainy days, 70mm rainfall, and consistent 30°C highs. Same beach + island-hopping conditions as January but without the Sinulog crowd surge (after the 3rd weekend). The smart-money month for first-time honeymoon visitors who want ideal weather without festival mayhem. Hilutungan + Nalusuan visibility 25m+. Pescador Island diving at peak conditions. Bohol Chocolate Hills in full chocolate-brown color. Manta-ray and thresher-shark dive season at Malapascua peaks February-March. Chinese New Year week brings a brief surge from Hong Kong + Taiwan + Singapore — Mactan rates spike 30-40% for the holiday week.
March is Cebu's hot-dry shoulder month — beach conditions still excellent, rainfall minimal (6 rainy days, 70mm), but daytime heat climbs and UV peaks at 10. The shoulder window before Holy Week (variable, late March-mid April) is the year's best value-for-quality combo: dry weather, lower crowds, hotels at 70% of February pricing. Mactan island hops still at peak visibility. Oslob whale sharks running with 99% reliability. Kawasan canyoneering at peak safety conditions. Bohol day trips still atmospheric with chocolate-brown hills. Avoid midday outdoor activities 11:00-15:00 — UV is intense and felt temperatures hit 35°C+. Schedule beach mornings + spa afternoons + sunset evenings.
Cebu Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° / 23° | 110mm | 8 | Very busy | Details → |
| February | 30° / 23° | 70mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| March | 31° / 24° | 70mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| April | 32° / 25° | 60mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
| May | 32° / 25° | 100mm | 9 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 31° / 25° | 175mm | 13 | Moderate | Details → |
| July | 31° / 24° | 195mm | 15 | Moderate | Details → |
| August | 31° / 24° | 175mm | 14 | Moderate | Details → |
| September | 31° / 24° | 195mm | 15 | Quiet | Details → |
| October | 31° / 24° | 175mm | 14 | Quiet | Details → |
| November | 31° / 24° | 130mm | 11 | Moderate | Details → |
| December | 30° / 23° | 130mm | 10 | Very busy | Details → |
What to Wear in Cebu by Season
Hottest month — light tropical, sun hat, SPF 50+. Modest dress for Holy Week processions (cover-up + closed-toe shoes for church visits).
Same as June — quick-dry, rain shell, reef-safe SPF, DEET bug spray. Hat + sunglasses between storms.
Monsoon tapering — still need full rain gear first half, transitions to lighter pack late month. Reef-safe SPF between storms.
Same as January — light tropical, reef-safe SPF, light layer for AC. Driest month of the year.
Cebu Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Cebu? +
For weather, January, February, March are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 30°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Cebu? +
The hottest month is April with an average high of 32°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 23°C. The annual average is 31°C high / 24°C low.
When does it rain most in Cebu? +
The wettest month is July (195mm over about 15 rainy days) and the driest is April (60mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 1585mm.
What should I pack for Cebu? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 32/25°C — Hottest month — light tropical, sun hat, SPF 50+. Modest dress for Holy Week processions (cover-up + closed-toe shoes for church visits). Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 31/24°C — Same as June — quick-dry, rain shell, reef-safe SPF, DEET bug spray. Hat + sunglasses between storms. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 31/24°C — Monsoon tapering — still need full rain gear first half, transitions to lighter pack late month. Reef-safe SPF between storms. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 30/23°C — Same as January — light tropical, reef-safe SPF, light layer for AC. Driest month of the year.
What is the weather in Cebu this month (June)? +
June averages 31°C high / 25°C low with 175mm rainfall over about 13 rainy days. Crowds are moderate and prices are moderate.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.