Cebu Weather in September

What September feels like in Cebu

In the tropics the calendar matters less: Cebu is warm all year round. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. Even after dark it stays hot and sultry. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.

Rain in Cebu in September

September is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. Each rainy day adds about 8.9 mm (0.4 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.9 mm per wet day.

Daylight and sunshine in September

On 15 September the sun rises at about 5:34 am and sets around 5:46 pm local time, giving 12 h 12 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 17 min less daylight than in mid-August. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 75% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.

How September compares to the rest of the year

September is the 5th warmest month of the year in Cebu. It is about as warm as August, with 15 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. By October, typical highs are 29°C (84.2°F).

Who September 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 September

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