AI-generatedCotabato City at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Mar
- Warmest month
- Apr · 34°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,140 h
- Rain a year
- 2,894 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Cotabato City
Cotabato City has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while July is the coolest at 33 °C. With around 2,140 hours of sunshine a year, Cotabato City is moderately sunny; March is the sunniest month with 7.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Cotabato City
The best time to visit Cotabato City is from June to March. The sea reaches 29.9 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. From November to June it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is June with 321 mm of precipitation.
Cotabato City through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Cotabato City in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 73 rainy days in all
Cotabato City in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 81 rainy days in all
Cotabato City in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 80 rainy days in all
Cotabato City in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 33–34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 63 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Nov – Jun
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: February – April
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: June – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 33°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:2917:28
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:17–05:57 · evening 17:00–17:41
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:08–05:17 · evening 17:41–17:49
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Cotabato City compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 33° from start to end. The sea warms from 29° to 30°.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 11.9 h |
What is the weather like in Cotabato City in October?
In October, Cotabato City is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 306 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 58 min05:29 – 17:28
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 85 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %28 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Cotabato City
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and February bring similar holiday weather to Cotabato City (score 21 and 23). In February, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in February. February has 11 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 23 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 34° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29.5° | 28.8° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 6.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 28 | 17better |
| Rainfall | 306 mm | 151 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Cotabato City month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January33° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In January, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 194 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in January23February34° · Sea 29° · 6.6 h
In February, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 151 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in February20March34° · Sea 29° · 7.0 h
In March, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 180 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in March17April34° · Sea 30° · 6.9 h
In April, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 191 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City.
Cotabato City in April18May34° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h
In May, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 309 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City.
Cotabato City in May20June33° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h
In June, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 321 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in June22July33° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In July, Cotabato City is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 298 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in July22August33° · Sea 29° · 5.4 h
In August, Cotabato City is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 270 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in August21September33° · Sea 29° · 5.3 h
In September, Cotabato City is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 244 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in September21October33° · Sea 30° · 5.3 h
In October, Cotabato City is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 306 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in October20November33° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In November, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 234 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in November21December33° · Sea 29° · 5.9 h
In December, Cotabato City is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 197 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cotabato City – and yet one of the best months here.
Cotabato City in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Cotabato City
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (23°), the warmest in April (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22 | 33° | 23° | 28.8° | 5.8 h | 22 | 194 |
| FebruaryFeb | 23 | 34° | 23° | 28.8° | 6.6 h | 17 | 151 |
| MarchMar | 20 | 34° | 24° | 29.1° | 7.0 h | 21 | 180 |
| AprilApr | 17 | 34° | 24° | 29.5° | 6.9 h | 24 | 191 |
| MayMay | 18 | 34° | 24° | 29.9° | 6.0 h | 29 | 309 |
| JuneJun | 20 | 33° | 23° | 29.7° | 5.3 h | 28 | 321 |
| JulyJul | 22 | 33° | 23° | 29.5° | 5.1 h | 27 | 298 |
| AugustAug | 22 | 33° | 23° | 29.4° | 5.4 h | 26 | 270 |
| SeptemberSep | 21 | 33° | 23° | 29.4° | 5.3 h | 26 | 244 |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 33° | 23° | 29.5° | 5.3 h | 28 | 306 |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 33° | 23° | 29.6° | 5.7 h | 26 | 234 |
| DecemberDec | 21 | 33° | 23° | 29.3° | 5.9 h | 24 | 197 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Cotabato City
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.0 – 29.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Cotabato City ranges from 28.8 °C in January to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.2 and 30.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.4° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.8° | 28.2° | 29.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.5° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.5° | 29.2° | 30.0° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.9° | 29.2° | 30.3° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.7° | 29.2° | 30.2° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.5° | 28.9° | 30.0° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.4° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.4° | 28.8° | 30.1° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.5° | 29.0° | 29.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.6° | 29.1° | 29.9° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.7° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Cotabato City
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.3 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Cotabato City, 44 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Cotabato City: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Cotabato City has about 28 rainy days with 306 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Cotabato City
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Cotabato City
How breezy and how cloudy Cotabato City is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Cotabato City typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 85 % of the sky over Cotabato City: mostly overcast, with about 5.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Cotabato City
How often the day gets hot in Cotabato City (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Cotabato City every day, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Cotabato City
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Cotabato City in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Cotabato City has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 18 to 22).
- 18
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 18
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 22
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 21
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 22
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 14 h 30 min
- Distance
- 11,640 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Cotabato City vs Marawi
In October Marawi has the better holiday weather (score 50 vs 21). During the day Marawi is 5 °C cooler than Cotabato City.
| in October | Cotabato City | Marawi |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 50 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 28° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 28 |
| Best time | Jun – Mar | Nov – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about Cotabato City
When is the best time to visit Cotabato City?
The best time to visit Cotabato City is from June to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Cotabato City?
The sea temperature in Cotabato City ranges from 28.8 °C in January to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Cotabato City in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Cotabato City?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 24 °C. July is the coolest month at 33 °C.
When does it rain most in Cotabato City?
The wettest month is June with 321 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 151 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Cotabato City get?
Cotabato City gets around 2,140 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 7.0 hours a day; in July there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Cotabato City in?
Cotabato City is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Cotabato City?
A nonstop flight from London to Cotabato City takes about 14 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 11,640 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Cotabato City?
Cotabato City has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 18 to 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 18, May half-term 18, summer holidays 22, October half-term 21, Christmas holidays 22.