Best Time to Visit Davao
The best months to visit Davao are Jul, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jul, Aug, Sep
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Davao. Expect highs of 30°C to 30°C to 30°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
March
31°C high
Coldest Month
January
24°C low
Driest Month
July
20 rain days
Wettest Month
February
31 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 29°C / Low: 24°C
30 rain days
February
High: 30°C / Low: 24°C
31 rain days
March
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
28 rain days
April
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
29 rain days
May
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
31 rain days
June
High: 30°C / Low: 24°C
27 rain days
July
High: 30°C / Low: 24°C
20 rain days
August
High: 30°C / Low: 24°C
21 rain days
September
High: 30°C / Low: 24°C
23 rain days
October
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
24 rain days
November
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
29 rain days
December
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
31 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Davao
Peak Season
July, August, September
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
June, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, May, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 29°C | 24°C | 30 | Off Season |
February | 30°C | 24°C | 31 | Off Season |
March | 31°C | 24°C | 28 | Off Season |
April | 31°C | 24°C | 29 | Off Season |
May | 31°C | 24°C | 31 | Off Season |
June | 30°C | 24°C | 27 | Shoulder Season |
July★ | 30°C | 24°C | 20 | Peak Season |
August★ | 30°C | 24°C | 21 | Peak Season |
September★ | 30°C | 24°C | 23 | Peak Season |
October | 31°C | 24°C | 24 | Shoulder Season |
November | 31°C | 24°C | 29 | Off Season |
December | 31°C | 24°C | 31 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Davao Walking Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems
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Davao Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites
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Best of Davao: Skip-the-Line Top Attractions
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Day Trip from Davao: Scenic Excursion
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Davao Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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