Tuguegarao City Weather / Climate Overview
Geographic & Climatic Setting
Tuguegarao City sits in the northeastern part of Luzon, Philippines, in the Cagayan
Valley region. It’s inland (i.e. not coastal) and relatively low in elevation (≈ 30 meters
above sea level in many parts). Weather Atlas+2weatherandclimate.info+2
Due to its location and geography, it experiences a Tropical Monsoon climate (Köppen
“Am”). That means it has distinct wet and dry seasons, high temperatures, and high
humidity. Weather Atlas+2What's The Weather+2
Temperature Patterns
Average Low Temp / Cooler
Period Average High Temp
Nights
Coolest months (≈ January) ~ 24.3 °C Weather Atlas ~ 18.6 °C Weather Atlas+1
Hottest months (≈ May- ~ 32.2-32.4 °C Weather
~ 23.0-23.1 °C Weather Atlas+1
June) Atlas
Nighttime lows in the “coolest” period can drop more noticeably (especially in January)
so there is some relief compared to the daytime heat. Weather Atlas+1
During the hottest months, daytime heat combined with high humidity tends to feel very
intense. What's The Weather+1
Rainfall & Seasons
The dry season is roughly from November to April. During these months rainfall is
significantly lower. What's The Weather+1
The wet season runs from May to October, with peak rainfall in July and August.
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Monthly precipitation can vary widely: from as little as ~ 45 mm in the driest month
(March) to ~ 252 mm (or more) in the wettest months. Weather Atlas
Tuguegarao has many “rain days” even in months that are relatively drier. For example,
in August the number of rainy days can reach ~ 29.5 days. Weather Atlas
Humidity, Sunshine & Other Features
Humidity is high almost all year. In the wet months (and even some of the dry months) it
tends to stay at ~ 80-90%. Weather Atlas+1
Sunshine hours vary widely: the driest/hot months (April-May) have the most sunshine (≈
10-10.7 hours per day), while cloud cover is greater in the wetter months (lower
sunshine). Weather Atlas
December and January tend to be months with lower sunshine hours and cooler nights,
which provide some relief from the more oppressive heat of mid-year. Weather Atlas
Extreme Events & Notable Observations
Record high temperature: Tuguegarao has held the record for some of the highest
temperatures in the Philippines; for example, ~ 42.2 °C recorded on May 11, 1969.
Wikipedia
Cool spells: During strong northeast monsoon (“amihan”) surges, nights (and early
mornings) in December-February can drop quite low; locals sometimes note these
mornings as being unusually cool. Wikipedia+1
Implications & Considerations
Health & Comfort: The heat + humidity especially from May to August means risks of
heat stress; good ventilation, hydration, and shade are important.
Agriculture: Planting schedules must consider the dry and wet seasons carefully;
drought stress in dry months, possible flood or over-saturation in wet months.
Urban Planning & Infrastructure: Heavy rains plus long “rain days” may cause
flooding, drainage issues; planning for water run-off, storm drains etc. is necessary.
Tourism & Activities: Best time for outdoor travel or events is during the dry season
(especially around March to April, or even November-December) when it’s less humid
and rainfall is lower.
