December weather forecast
Philippines

December marks the full onset of the northeast monsoon, known locally as 'Amihan', in the Philippines. This monsoon brings cooler and drier weather across the country, with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (71.6°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), making December one of the coolest months of the year.

The dry conditions associated with 'Amihan' mean that December experiences considerably less rainfall compared to the previous months. Baguio, located at a higher altitude, enjoys temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 23°C (73.4°F). On the other hand, Manila, the capital city, experiences warmer conditions with temperatures averaging from 22°C (71.6°F) to 29°C (84.2°F).

Compared to November, December sees a further decrease in both temperatures and rainfall. These conditions make December a popular month for tourism, with both domestic and international visitors enjoying the mild and dry weather to explore the Philippines' scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks.

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• Manila - December »
  In Manila during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. December has the shortest days of the year with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
• Quezon City - December »
  In Quezon City in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quezon City, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation.
• Makati - December »
  On the first day of December in Makati, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Makati.
• Davao City - December »
  In Davao City the coldest period comes during January, February, June through August and December, when the average high-temperature touches 31°C (87.8°F). During January, February, June through August and December, Davao City registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 31°C (87.8°F).
• Cebu City - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Cebu City is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight. On the first day of December in Cebu City sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm.
• Baguio - December »
  December in Baguio City welcomes a cooler climate interspersed with reduced rainfall amounts of 49mm (1.93") along with a decrease in relative humidity. In Baguio in December, during 17.5 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Iloilo City - December »
  The months with the highest UV index in Iloilo City are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Iloilo City are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Bacolod - December »
  During January, February, July through October and December, Bacolod experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F). The month with the shortest days in Bacolod is December, with an average of 11h and 30min of daylight.
• Puerto Princesa - December »
  In Puerto Princesa during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. December is the month with the lowest UV index in Puerto Princesa with an average maximum UV index of 10.
• Tagaytay - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Tagaytay is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight. December is the month when Tagaytay sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and a low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).
• Cagayan de Oro - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Cagayan de Oro, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight. In Cagayan de Oro, in December, the average water temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F).