What July feels like in Cebu
As a tropical city, Cebu is warm all year; July is not part of a clear dry or wet season. The midday hours are hot; shade and water matter on long walks. Nights bring little relief: even the coolest hour of the night stays very warm. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Cebu in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. When rain comes it is heavy, about 9.6 mm (0.4 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. That is close to Cebu's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8.9 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Cebu gets 12 h 40 min of daylight, from sunrise near 5:30 am to sunset near 6:10 pm. Day length barely changes from mid-June (3 min shorter). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. The sun is out for roughly 72% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Cebu's temperature order, July sits as the 6th warmest month. Against June, the average high is 0.4°C (0.7°F) lower, with 9 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. August averages a high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).
Who July 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 July
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; light breathable clothes.
Quick questions
How warm is Cebu in July?
It feels hot: typical highs are 29.2°C (84.6°F), with lows near 25.6°C (78.1°F).
Does it rain a lot in Cebu in July?
Quite a lot — 261 mm spread over about 27 days.
What should I wear in Cebu in July?
Pack rain protection and sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Cebu?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#5 of 12 vs #11). August has fewer rainy days.