What December feels like in Cebu
Cebu lies in the tropics and stays warm all year, without a sharp split into seasons. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. Nights bring little relief: even the coolest hour of the night stays very warm. Thick, humid air means clothes cling and the heat feels stronger than the number.
Rain in Cebu in December
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. Wet days average about 8.7 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.9 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in December
On 15 December the sun rises at about 5:54 am and sets around 5:25 pm local time, giving 11 h 32 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-November (8 min shorter). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. The sun is out for roughly 80% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How December compares to the rest of the year
In Cebu's temperature order, December sits as the 3rd coolest month. Against November, the average high is 0.4°C (0.7°F) lower, with 15 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. January averages a high of 27.6°C (81.7°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Cebu in December
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Cebu in December?
Afternoons average 28.3°C (82.9°F) and nights about 25.1°C (77.2°F) — hot by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cebu in December?
Yes, fairly — rain falls most days and totals about 225 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Cebu in December?
The numbers point to rain protection and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is December or January better for visiting Cebu?
January, clearly: it ranks #4 of 12 among Cebu's months, against #9 for the other. January has fewer rainy days.