- Climate Type
- Tropical monsoon (Köppen Am classification)
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-atlas.com, en.climate-data.org
Good to know
Good to Know
- Best months to visit are January–April: warmest days with minimal rain, ideal for outdoor activities.
- Prepare for afternoon thunderstorms year-round; frequent short bursts rather than prolonged downpours are typical except June–October.
- Pack light, breathable clothing, sunscreen with high SPF (UV index reaches extreme levels March–April and September), and an umbrella or rain jacket for any season.
- High humidity (80–86%) makes warm temperatures feel hotter; stay hydrated and take advantage of cooler early mornings and late afternoons.
- Sea conditions are swimmable year-round; warmest water (June) and coldest (February) remain comfortable for most water activities.
- November–December can see occasional typhoons affecting the Visayas; monitor PAGASA forecasts if traveling during this window.
Peak Month
- Month
- May
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 32
- Fahrenheit
- 90
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 26
- Fahrenheit
- 79
Off Peak Month
- Month
- January
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 29
- Fahrenheit
- 84
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 24
- Fahrenheit
- 75
Humidity
High year-round, with December recording the highest relative humidity at approximately 86%, and April the lowest at approximately 81%.
Climate Type
Tropical monsoon (Köppen Am classification)
Sea Temperature
Water remains warm throughout the year, ranging from 26.7°C (80.1°F) in February to 29.5°C (85.1°F) in June. The Bohol Sea maintains an annual average of 28.1°C (82.6°F).
Rainfall Pattern
Dumaguete experiences pronounced wet and dry seasons. The driest months are February through April, with April averaging only 24 mm. The wettest period spans June through October, with June marking the peak at 110 mm. Total annual rainfall averages 2,100–2,600 mm.
Wind And Sunshine
January has the highest wind speeds (average 18.1 mph). March–May are the sunniest months with approximately 10 hours of daily sunshine. October and November record the fewest sunshine hours.
Seasonal Description
Dry season (best period): January–April features minimal rainfall and sunny days. April and May offer the lowest precipitation and longest daylight hours, making them optimal for outdoor activities. Wet season (June–December): June marks the monsoon onset with heavy rainfall. July–October see sustained wet conditions with frequent rainy days (16–28 days per month). November–December transition toward the dry season but remain relatively wet.
Typhoon And Monsoon Context
Dumaguete lies in the Visayas region, which experiences typhoon impacts primarily from October through December as the typhoon belt shifts southward during the late season. The Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) dominates from June onwards, bringing the bulk of the year's rainfall. Dumaguete is less affected than northern Philippines regions during mid-year typhoon season (June–September).
Extreme Temperatures Recorded
Year-round temperatures rarely drop below 22°C (72°F) or exceed 34°C (93°F).
Sources cited for this category
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