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Cebu City in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Cebu City in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Cebu City, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Cebu City in August 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit Cebu City in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 166 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+77°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
166 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cebu City has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Cebu City in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cebu City for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +90°F.

Is Cebu City warm or cold in August?

Cebu City is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Cebu City:

Water temperature in Cebu City in August

Water in Cebu City in August is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +86°F, with an average of +84°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.

In August, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Cebu City are reached in June, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +80°F.

Can you swim in Cebu City in August?

You can definitely swim in Cebu City in August, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Cebu City in August

Cebu City weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+86°F+86°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+75°F+77°F+77°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+91°F+91°F
Rainfall
219 mm166 mm177 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+85°F+84°F+84°F
Humidity
81%81%81%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1008 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
232
Rainy days
181816
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +86°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 219 mm to 166 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%. Winds are stronger in comparison to July, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Cebu City in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Cebu City is gradually increasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Cebu City based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 109 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Cebu City wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 77% chance of precipitation and 232 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 87% chance of precipitation and 101 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Cebu City?

This is the weather in Cebu City in August 2023:
1 August
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+90°F
2 August
☁️
+90°F
3 August
☀️
+90°F
4 August
☀️
+91°F
5 August
☀️
+91°F
6 August
☀️
+91°F
7 August
☁️
+91°F
8 August
☁️
+91°F
9 August
☁️
+91°F
10 August
☁️
+88°F
11 August
☁️
+90°F
12 August
☁️
+87°F
13 August
☁️
+89°F
14 August
🌧️
+86°F
15 August
🌧️
+87°F
16 August
🌧️
+88°F
17 August
🌧️
+88°F
18 August
☁️
+87°F
19 August
🌧️
+89°F
20 August
🌧️
+88°F
21 August
🌧️
+88°F
22 August
🌧️
+87°F
23 August
☁️
+85°F
24 August
☀️
+88°F
25 August
☁️
+89°F
26 August
☁️
+89°F
27 August
☁️
+87°F
28 August
☁️
+85°F
29 August
☁️
+86°F
30 August
☁️
+90°F
31 August
☁️
+90°F
In August 2023 Cebu City had 5 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Cebu City climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Cebu City in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+84°F) and the highest in 1998 (+87°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 1073 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 3420 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cebu City in August:

Is August a good time to visit Cebu City?

It’s always a good time to visit Cebu City, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Cebu City in August?

August is warm in Cebu City. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Cebu City in August?

Yes, you can swim in Cebu City in August, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Cebu City rainy in August?

Cebu City is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Cebu City in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cebu City in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Philippines

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Monthly weather in Cebu City

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cebu City, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.