Ternate, Philippines experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 25°C (77°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.
Ternate, Philippines Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ternate, 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
3.9/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 25°C
Feels Like 35°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 247 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 81%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
33°C
April
Avg Low26°C
Rain9days
Coldest Month
24°C
February
Avg High30°C
Rain5days
Driest Month
5days
February
Avg High30°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
January (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 31°C
Warmest water: June (
30.5°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, September, October due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:30
Daylight 13h
Sunset 18:28
Live conditions—
Ternate on the map · live conditions
Ternate, Philippines
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Philippines
- City
- Ternate
- Population
- 20K
- Coordinates
- 14.29°, 120.72°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 12 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 26°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 9 days/mo
3/3 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: 29°C / 24°C . Feb: 30°C / 24°C . Mar: 32°C / 25°C . Apr: 33°C / 26°C . May: 33°C / 27°C . Jun: 30°C / 26°C . Jul: 30°C / 26°C . Aug: 29°C / 26°C . Sep: 29°C / 26°C . Oct: 30°C / 26°C . Nov: 30°C / 26°C . Dec: 29°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 62 mm. Feb: 35 mm. Mar: 22 mm. Apr: 50 mm. May: 212 mm. Jun: 425 mm. Jul: 620 mm. Aug: 500 mm. Sep: 449 mm. Oct: 320 mm. Nov: 133 mm. Dec: 140 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 79%. Feb: 76%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 72%. May: 77%. Jun: 84%. Jul: 87%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 87%. Oct: 84%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 21 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 18 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 19 km/h . Dec: 21 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 28°C . Feb: 27°C . Mar: 28°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 31°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 29°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 36 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 34°C | Apr · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 24°C | Feb · 24°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 737 mm | Jul · 620 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 26 km/h | Jan · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Fair April
Poor May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Fair December best
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 29°C / 24°C | 31°C / 27°C | 8days (62 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 79% Humid | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 30°C / 24°C | 32°C / 27°C | 5days (35 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 32°C / 25°C | 36°C / 28°C | 5days (22 mm) Good | 11.1h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 33°C / 26°C | 38°C / 31°C | 9days (50 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 33°C / 27°C | 39°C / 32°C | 22days (212 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 32°C | 29days (425 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 84% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 26°C | 35°C / 31°C | 30days (620 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 30days (500 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 31°C | 28days (449 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 30°C | 25days (320 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 84% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 14days (133 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 82% Humid | 6.7 High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 25°C | 32°C / 28°C | 13days (140 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 81% Humid | 6.2 High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ternate are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ternate, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ternate is April, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ternate is February, with average overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ternate is July, averaging 620mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Ternate runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Ternate.
Ternate receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Ternate.
The least favorable months to visit Ternate are May, June, September, October, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Ternate is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Ternate 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 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Ternate are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Ternate averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 70%. The clearest skies occur in March.
The annual average dew point in Ternate is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Ternate 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 Ternate ranges from 30°C (86°F) to 35°C (95°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 Ternate, with a climate score of 2.1/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Ternate, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (87°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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