AI-generatedTuguegarao at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- May · 36°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,940 h
- Rain a year
- 2,489 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 28 m
Climate in Tuguegarao
Tuguegarao has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 36 °C, while December is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year, Tuguegarao is moderately sunny; April is the sunniest month with 7.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tuguegarao
The best time to visit Tuguegarao is from December to February. From April to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 36 °C. The wettest month is December with 335 mm of precipitation.
Tuguegarao through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tuguegarao in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 33–36 °C by day
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Tuguegarao in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 34–36 °C by day
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 63 rainy days in all
Tuguegarao in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 30–33 °C by day
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 61 rainy days in all
Tuguegarao in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 28–30 °C by day
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 60 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Apr – Sep
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: December – January
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: December – February
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:4617:32
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 05:32–06:15 · evening 17:03–17:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:24–05:32 · evening 17:45–17:54
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 Tuguegarao compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 22° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Tuguegarao in October?
In October, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 199 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 46 min05:46 – 17:32
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 73 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 26 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %42 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- 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
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
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December has the better holiday weather in Tuguegarao: score 44 against 28. In December, days are 4 °C cooler than in October. December has 3 more rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours less a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 44better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 hbetter | 3.3 h |
| Rainy days | 20better | 23 |
| Rainfall | 199 mmbetter | 335 mm |
| Muggy days | 31 | 29better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tuguegarao month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
43January29° · 4.0 h
In January, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 173 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Tuguegarao – and yet one of the best months here.
Tuguegarao in January39February30° · 4.6 h
In February, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 143 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao – and yet one of the best months here.
Tuguegarao in February32March33° · 6.0 h
In March, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 111 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in March26April36° · 7.1 h
In April, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 91 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in April13May36° · 6.8 h
In May, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 239 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 Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in May13June36° · 6.8 h
In June, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 203 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 Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in June14July34° · 5.5 h
In July, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 253 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in July15August34° · 4.8 h
In August, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 261 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 Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in August19September33° · 5.1 h
In September, Tuguegarao is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 240 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in September28October32° · 5.1 h
In October, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 199 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in October37November30° · 4.6 h
In November, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 240 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Tuguegarao.
Tuguegarao in November44December28° · 3.3 h
In December, Tuguegarao is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 335 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Tuguegarao – and yet one of the best months here.
Tuguegarao in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Tuguegarao
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 22°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in June (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule all year round except in January; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in January. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 350 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 43 | 29° | 19° | 4.0 h | 21 | 173 |
| FebruaryFeb | 39 | 30° | 20° | 4.6 h | 16 | 143 |
| MarchMar | 32 | 33° | 21° | 6.0 h | 14 | 111 |
| AprilApr | 26 | 36° | 23° | 7.1 h | 12 | 91 |
| MayMay | 13 | 36° | 24° | 6.8 h | 19 | 239 |
| JuneJun | 13 | 36° | 24° | 6.8 h | 19 | 203 |
| JulyJul | 14 | 34° | 24° | 5.5 h | 20 | 253 |
| AugustAug | 15 | 34° | 24° | 4.8 h | 24 | 261 |
| SeptemberSep | 19 | 33° | 23° | 5.1 h | 21 | 240 |
| OctoberOct | 28 | 32° | 22° | 5.1 h | 20 | 199 |
| NovemberNov | 37 | 30° | 22° | 4.6 h | 20 | 240 |
| DecemberDec | 44 | 28° | 20° | 3.3 h | 23 | 335 |
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
17.62° N, 121.72° E · 28 m · Asia/Manila
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tuguegarao
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 5.1 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Tuguegarao, 43 % 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
Rain in Tuguegarao: 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, Tuguegarao has about 20 rainy days with 199 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tuguegarao
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Tuguegarao
How breezy and how cloudy Tuguegarao 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 Tuguegarao typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 73 % of the sky over Tuguegarao: mostly cloudy, with about 5.1 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Tuguegarao
How often the day gets hot in Tuguegarao (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, Tuguegarao has about 26 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °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 Tuguegarao
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Tuguegarao 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.
Tuguegarao has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 44) and its weakest during May half-term (score 13).
- 28
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 35 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 13
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 36 °C by day
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 15
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 28
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 44
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 13 h 10 min
- Distance
- 10,510 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.
Good to know: Philippines
- Currency
- Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Languages
- Filipino, English
- Sockets
- Type A, B, C · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +63
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Tuguegarao lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Tuguegarao vs Aparri
In October Aparri has the better holiday weather (score 35 vs 28). During the day Aparri is 1 °C cooler than Tuguegarao. Aparri gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Tuguegarao | Aparri |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 35 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Sea | no sea nearby | 28° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 20 | 25 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Jan – May, Oct |
Through the year
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Philippines in October: the best places
In October, Tuguegarao ranks 23 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Basco29°28°71
- 3San Fernando30°29°70
- 4Lingayen32°29°70
- 5Vigan31°29°69
- 6Baler31°29°68
- 7Aparri31°28°67
- 8Laoag32°29°66
- 23TuguegaraoThis page32°28
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Frequently asked questions about Tuguegarao
When is the best time to visit Tuguegarao?
The best time to visit Tuguegarao is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Tuguegarao?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 36 °C and nights around 24 °C. December is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Tuguegarao?
The wettest month is December with 335 mm of precipitation. The driest month is April with 91 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tuguegarao get?
Tuguegarao gets around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 7.1 hours a day; in December there are 3.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Tuguegarao in?
Tuguegarao is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tuguegarao?
A nonstop flight from London to Tuguegarao takes about 13 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,510 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Tuguegarao?
Tuguegarao lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Tuguegarao?
Tuguegarao has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 44) and its weakest during May half-term (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 28, May half-term 13, summer holidays 15, October half-term 28, Christmas holidays 44.