The short answer
When to go to Cebu
March and April are the driest months in Cebu, with about 55 to 61 mm of rain, but highs reach 31 to 32 C. January has the Sinulog festival, which brings big crowds and heavier prices. From June to December rainfall is higher, with 130 to 210 mm a month at the airport station, and typhoons are a risk in the later months. For older travellers, plan sights for the morning, rest in the afternoon, and keep flexible bookings in the wetter season.
Month by month
Cebu weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 24°C | 135 mm | Cooler, but Sinulog crowds in mid-January | |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 89 mm | Drier and comfortable for walking sights | |
| March | 31°C | 25°C | 61 mm | Among the driest months, getting hot | |
| April | 32°C | 26°C | 56 mm | Driest month, hot afternoons; go early | |
| May | 33°C | 26°C | 94 mm | Hottest month; rain begins to return | |
| June | 32°C | 26°C | 181 mm | Wet season begins; showers likely | |
| July | 32°C | 25°C | 211 mm | Wet and humid; carry rain gear | |
| August | 32°C | 25°C | 158 mm | Frequent showers | |
| September | 32°C | 25°C | 190 mm | Wet; typhoon risk | |
| October | 31°C | 25°C | 208 mm | Among the wettest months | |
| November | 31°C | 25°C | 131 mm | Rain easing; typhoon risk remains | |
| December | 30°C | 25°C | 172 mm | Cooler but wet; festive crowds |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Cebu seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, March and April
- February: Drier and comfortable for walking sights
- March: Among the driest months, getting hot
- April: Driest month, hot afternoons; go early
Good, with small trade-offs: January and May
- January: Cooler, but Sinulog crowds in mid-January
- May: Hottest month; rain begins to return
Possible, with planning: June, July, August, September, October, November and December
- June: Wet season begins; showers likely
- July: Wet and humid; carry rain gear
- August: Frequent showers
- September: Wet; typhoon risk
- October: Among the wettest months
- November: Rain easing; typhoon risk remains
- December: Cooler but wet; festive crowds
Useful answers
Best time to visit Cebu: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Cebu?
February, March and April are the best months to visit Cebu, with January and May also good. March and April are the driest months in Cebu, with about 55 to 61 mm of rain, but highs reach 31 to 32 C. January has the Sinulog festival, which brings big crowds and heavier prices. From June to December rainfall is higher, with 130 to 210 mm a month at the airport station, and typhoons are a risk in the later months. For older travellers, plan sights for the morning, rest in the afternoon, and keep flexible bookings in the wetter season.
When does it rain most in Cebu?
July is the wettest month, with about 211 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 33°C.