Cato, Philippines experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 19 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Cato, Philippines Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Cato, Philippines. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
2.9/10
Best: January, February
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 31°C / 25°C
Feels Like 37°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 19
Rainfall 242 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 81%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
33°C
April
Avg Low26°C
Rain15days
Coldest Month
24°C
January
Avg High30°C
Rain7days
Driest Month
6days
February
Avg High31°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
August (Gusts 36)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 31°C
Warmest water: May (
31.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, June, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:30
Daylight 13.1h
Sunset 18:34
Live conditions—
Cato on the map · live conditions
Cato, Philippines
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Cato
- Population
- 4.5K
- Coordinates
- 15.84°, 119.92°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 30 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 24°C . Feb: 31°C / 24°C . Mar: 32°C / 25°C . Apr: 33°C / 26°C . May: 32°C / 27°C . Jun: 31°C / 26°C . Jul: 30°C / 26°C . Aug: 30°C / 26°C . Sep: 30°C / 26°C . Oct: 31°C / 26°C . Nov: 31°C / 25°C . Dec: 31°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 42 mm. Feb: 32 mm. Mar: 47 mm. Apr: 83 mm. May: 252 mm. Jun: 412 mm. Jul: 594 mm. Aug: 535 mm. Sep: 404 mm. Oct: 318 mm. Nov: 119 mm. Dec: 61 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 76%. May: 81%. Jun: 86%. Jul: 88%. Aug: 89%. Sep: 88%. Oct: 85%. Nov: 81%. Dec: 78%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 11 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 28°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 29°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 31°C . Jun: 31°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 80 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 33°C | Apr · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 24°C | Jan · 24°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 815 mm | Jul · 594 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 20 km/h | Aug · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Fair 
February best
Fair March
Poor April
Poor May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Poor December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 30°C / 24°C | 34°C / 27°C | 7days (42 mm) Good | 9.8h Good | 74% Muggy | 6.6 High | Fair | View Details |
| February best | 31°C / 24°C | 36°C / 27°C | 6days (32 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 10days (47 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 33°C / 26°C | 40°C / 31°C | 15days (83 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 32°C / 27°C | 40°C / 33°C | 26days (252 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 31°C / 26°C | 38°C / 32°C | 29days (412 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 30days (594 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 30days (535 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 28days (404 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 31°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 24days (318 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 85% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 12days (119 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 81% Humid | 6.5 High | Poor | View Details |
| December | 31°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 11days (61 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 78% Humid | 6.4 High | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Cato are January, February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Cato, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Cato is April, with average daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Cato is January, with average overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Cato is July, averaging 594mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Cato runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Cato.
Cato receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Cato.
The least favorable months to visit Cato are April, May, June, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February instead.
The annual average UV index in Cato is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Cato is 81%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 30°C (86°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Cato are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 36 km/h / 22 mph).
Cato averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 67%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Cato is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Cato has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Cato ranges from 30°C (86°F) to 37°C (99°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Cato, with a climate score of 1/10. Consider visiting during January, February instead for better conditions.
For June in Cato, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 29 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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