Jolo, Philippines experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 26°C (79°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.
Jolo, Philippines Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Jolo, Philippines. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Sep 
Wetter season: Jun–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.7/10
Best: January, February
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 28°C / 26°C
Feels Like 34°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 117 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 83%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
29°C
May
Avg Low27°C
Rain19days
Coldest Month
26°C
February
Avg High28°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
10days
February
Avg High28°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
20 km/h
February (Gusts 28)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 30°C
Warmest water: May (
30.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, October, November due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:44
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:12
Live conditions—
Jolo on the map · live conditions
Jolo, Philippines
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Jolo
- Population
- 101K
- Coordinates
- 6.05°, 121.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 16 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: 28°C / 26°C . Feb: 28°C / 26°C . Mar: 28°C / 26°C . Apr: 29°C / 26°C . May: 29°C / 27°C . Jun: 28°C / 26°C . Jul: 28°C / 26°C . Aug: 28°C / 26°C . Sep: 28°C / 26°C . Oct: 28°C / 26°C . Nov: 28°C / 26°C . Dec: 28°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 94 mm. Feb: 61 mm. Mar: 82 mm. Apr: 59 mm. May: 104 mm. Jun: 154 mm. Jul: 139 mm. Aug: 129 mm. Sep: 138 mm. Oct: 187 mm. Nov: 125 mm. Dec: 129 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 83%. Apr: 82%. May: 82%. Jun: 83%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 82%. Sep: 82%. Oct: 83%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 18 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 16 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 29°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 29°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 30°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 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 7.
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 39 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 29°C | May · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Mar 2025 · 26°C | Feb · 26°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 321 mm | Oct · 187 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 22 km/h | Feb · 20 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
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 16days (94 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 29°C | 10days (61 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 12days (82 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 11days (59 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 27°C | 36°C / 31°C | 19days (104 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 31°C | 21days (154 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 28°C / 26°C | 33°C / 30°C | 21days (139 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 21days (129 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 19days (138 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 22days (187 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 83% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 26°C | 35°C / 31°C | 20days (125 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 21days (129 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 84% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Jolo are January, February, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Jolo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Jolo is May, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Jolo is February, with average overnight lows of 26°C (78°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Jolo is October, averaging 187mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Jolo runs through October, June, July, August, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Jolo.
Jolo receives approximately 120 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Jolo.
The least favorable months to visit Jolo are May, June, October, November, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February instead.
The annual average UV index in Jolo is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Jolo is 83%, 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 Jolo are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 20 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 28 km/h / 17 mph).
Jolo averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 76%. The clearest skies occur in April.
The annual average dew point in Jolo is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Jolo 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 Jolo ranges from 30°C (86°F) to 34°C (93°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 Jolo, with a climate score of 2.5/10. Consider visiting during January, February instead for better conditions.
For June in Jolo, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (83°F) and 21 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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