Cuenca, Philippines experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 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.
Cuenca, Philippines Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Cuenca, 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
5.9/10
Best: January, February, March, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 28°C / 23°C
Feels Like 32°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 207 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 82%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
April
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 9 days
Coldest Month
22°C
February
Avg High 28°C
Rain 6 days
Driest Month
6 days
February
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
January (Gusts 45)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: June (
30.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:28
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 18:25
Live conditions —
Cuenca on the map · live conditions
Cuenca, Philippines
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Cuenca
- Population
- 21.6K
- Coordinates
- 13.90°, 121.05°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 10 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 22°C . Feb: 28°C / 22°C . Mar: 30°C / 23°C . Apr: 31°C / 24°C . May: 31°C / 25°C . Jun: 29°C / 24°C . Jul: 28°C / 24°C . Aug: 28°C / 24°C . Sep: 28°C / 23°C . Oct: 28°C / 23°C . Nov: 28°C / 23°C . Dec: 27°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 59 mm. Feb: 37 mm. Mar: 29 mm. Apr: 40 mm. May: 179 mm. Jun: 308 mm. Jul: 446 mm. Aug: 383 mm. Sep: 384 mm. Oct: 309 mm. Nov: 141 mm. Dec: 170 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 81%. Feb: 78%. Mar: 75%. Apr: 73%. May: 78%. Jun: 85%. Jul: 88%. Aug: 88%. Sep: 88%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 84%. Dec: 83%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 21 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 28°C . Feb: 27°C . Mar: 27°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 31°C | Apr · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 22°C | Feb · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 493 mm | Jul · 446 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 21 km/h | Jan · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Fair May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Fair December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 27°C / 22°C | 29°C / 24°C | 9days (59 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 81% Humid | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 22°C | 30°C / 24°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 10.1h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 30°C / 23°C | 32°C / 25°C | 6days (29 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 31°C / 24°C | 35°C / 27°C | 9days (40 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 25°C | 36°C / 29°C | 21days (179 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 27days (308 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 28°C | 30days (446 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 28°C | 28days (383 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 23°C | 33°C / 28°C | 27days (384 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 23°C | 33°C / 27°C | 25days (309 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 23°C | 32°C / 27°C | 15days (141 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 84% Humid | 6.4 High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 23°C | 30°C / 26°C | 14days (170 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 83% Humid | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Cuenca are January, February, March, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Cuenca, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Cuenca is April, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Cuenca is February, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Cuenca is July, averaging 446mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Cuenca runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Cuenca.
Cuenca receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Cuenca.
The least favorable months to visit Cuenca are May, June, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Cuenca is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Cuenca is 82%, 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 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Cuenca are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 45 km/h / 28 mph).
Cuenca averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 71%. The clearest skies occur in April.
The annual average dew point in Cuenca is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Cuenca 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 Cuenca ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 32°C (90°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 Cuenca, with a climate score of 4/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Cuenca, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 27 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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