Boracay vs Cebu

Boracay and Cebu are closely matched in December. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Boracay sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Cebu is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Boracay is the stronger choice in December. Cebu receives 8 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Boracay reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Cebu averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Boracay receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Cebu sees 220 mm over 25 rain days. That makes Boracay the drier option by 19 rain days and 150 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.