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Davao in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Davao in December and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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December

Weather in Davao in December 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Davao in December, 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 26 rainy days in the month and around 123 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
+66°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
123 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Davao has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Davao in December

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

The temperature in December is +88°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +91°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +90°F.

Is Davao warm or cold in December?

Davao is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.

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

Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Davao:

Climate in Davao in December

Davao weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+86°F+86°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+66°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+93°F+91°F
Rainfall
140 mm123 mm142 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
84%84%84%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
356
Rainy days
272625
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +86°F for average maximum temperature during the day. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 140 mm to 123 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Davao in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Davao is gradually decreasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Davao based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 128 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 34 mm, which is moderate rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Davao wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 249 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 71% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Davao?

This is the weather in Davao in December 2023:
1 December
☁️
+87°F
2 December
🌧️
+89°F
3 December
☁️
+85°F
4 December
☁️
+87°F
5 December
☁️
+88°F
6 December
🌧️
+84°F
7 December
☁️
+86°F
8 December
🌧️
+89°F
9 December
☁️
+88°F
10 December
☁️
+89°F
11 December
☁️
+89°F
12 December
☀️
+89°F
13 December
🌧️
+86°F
14 December
☁️
+89°F
15 December
☁️
+88°F
16 December
☁️
+91°F
17 December
☁️
+84°F
18 December
🌧️
+80°F
19 December
🌧️
+84°F
20 December
☀️
+90°F
21 December
☁️
+88°F
22 December
☁️
+87°F
23 December
☀️
+89°F
24 December
☁️
+87°F
25 December
☁️
+84°F
26 December
🌧️
+87°F
27 December
☁️
+87°F
28 December
☁️
+88°F
29 December
☁️
+87°F
30 December
☁️
+87°F
31 December
☁️
+90°F
In December 2023 Davao had 3 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

The climate in Davao in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+85°F) and the highest in 2016 (+89°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 1221 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3237 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Davao in December:

Is December a good time to visit Davao?

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

Can you sunbathe in Davao in December?

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

Is Davao rainy in December?

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

Is it sunny in Davao in December?

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

Other cities in Philippines

Check out the weather for other cities in Philippines.

Monthly weather in Davao

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Davao, 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.