Monthly climate guide
Cebu City weather in May
With highs near 32°C (89°F) and lows around 27°C (80°F), May feels hot in Cebu City. Rainfall averages about 120 mm (wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 240 km apart, but Cebu City runs about 3°C warmer than Iligan this month.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 27°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Humidity near 76% makes 32°C feel stickier than it sounds.
May is typically Cebu City's warmest month.
Avg high
32°C
89°F
Avg low
27°C
80°F
Rainfall
120 mm
wet
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Cebu City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 76°F | 210 mm | 87% | 73% |
| February | 28°C / 83°F | 24°C / 75°F | 127 mm | 85% | 62% |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 102 mm | 81% | 51% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 75 mm | 78% | 46% |
| May | 32°C / 89°F | 27°C / 80°F | 120 mm | 76% | 64% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 80°F | 225 mm | 80% | 82% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 267 mm | 83% | 87% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 224 mm | 83% | 84% |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 242 mm | 84% | 84% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 268 mm | 84% | 78% |
| November | 29°C / 83°F | 26°C / 78°F | 165 mm | 86% | 69% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 78°F | 230 mm | 87% | 72% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Cebu City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Cebu City →Other Philippines cities in May
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Cebu City in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Cebu City?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Cebu City are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Cebu City in May?
Average highs are about 32°C (89°F) and average lows about 27°C (80°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Cebu City in May?
Cebu City typically gets around 120 mm of rain in May — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Cebu City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.