🇵🇭 Cebu vs Tokyo 🇯🇵

Cebu, Philippines vs Tokyo, Japan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Cebu is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Tokyo is drier, with roughly 235 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇵🇭 Cebu🇯🇵 Tokyo
Avg annual high29°C20°C
Hottest monthMay (30°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthFebruary (24°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year343108
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJanuary, February, MarchApril, May, October

🇵🇭 Cebu

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in May (30°C), coldest lows in February (24°C).

🇯🇵 Tokyo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Cebu or Tokyo warmer?

Cebu is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Cebu or Tokyo?

Cebu is rainier — Tokyo sees about 235 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Cebu vs Tokyo?

Cebu is best around January, February, March; Tokyo is best around April, May, October.

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