Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for January
| Metric | Cebu | Boracay | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 27°C (81°F)▲ | 26°C (79°F) | Cebu |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 25°C (77°F) | 25°C (77°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 20 days | 20 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 156 mm | 143 mm▲ | Boracay |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 10h/day▲ | Boracay |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 82% | 82% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 3 | 3 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 18 km/h▲ | 35 km/h | Cebu |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Boracay edges ahead as the better destination in January. Boracay offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 20 rain days, while Cebu sees 9 sunshine hours and 20 rain days.
Cebu sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Boracay is also comfortable at 26°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in January. Boracay receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Cebu reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 2°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Boracay averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 1°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 January.
Cebu receives approximately 156 mm of rainfall across 20 rain days during January. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Boracay sees 143 mm over 20 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.
Highs of 27°C, lows of 25°C, 20 rain days
Highs of 26°C, lows of 25°C, 20 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during January.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. January is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Cebu | Boracay | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 27°C | 20d | 26°C | 20d |
| Feb | 27°C | 16d | 26°C | 15d |
| Mar | 28°C | 17d | 27°C | 17d |
| Apr | 29°C | 19d | 28°C | 15d |
| May | 30°C | 24d | 29°C | 21d |
| Jun | 29°C | 26d | 29°C | 26d |
| Jul | 29°C | 26d | 28°C | 27d |
| Aug | 29°C | 22d | 28°C | 26d |
| Sep | 29°C | 24d | 28°C | 26d |
| Oct | 29°C | 26d | 28°C | 27d |
| Nov | 28°C | 25d | 28°C | 27d |
| Dec | 28°C | 25d | 27°C | 26d |
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