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Zamboanga in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Zamboanga in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Zamboanga, Philippines.

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Zamboanga in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Zamboanga in October in summary
Adverse weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 496 mm 22 day(s) 82% 40% 31°C UV 6 10.5 h/day
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageDiving and snorkelingNightlifeGastronomyBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:39 17:37
Hourly weather

Average weather in Zamboanga in October 2026

Adverse weather

The weather in Zamboanga in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Zamboanga in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Zamboanga in October.

Temperatures and rain in Zamboanga in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Zamboanga in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Zamboanga in October

Check the seasonal normals in Zamboanga in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.4°C 28.6°C 28.9°C
Maximum temperature 29.6°C 29.9°C 30.3°C
Minimum temperature 27.2°C 27.3°C 27.5°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2016)
34.0°C
(2018)
33.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2016)
24.0°C
(2021)
24.0°C
(2016)
Number of days at +30° 19 day(s)
(63%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
24 day(s)
(80%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.9°C 29.2°C 29.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.1°C 28.2°C 28.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 29.5°C 30.6°C 30.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 10 km/h 8 km/h
Wind temperature 27.3°C 27.4°C 27.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 481.5 mm 496.2 mm 438.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 26 day(s)
(87%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
28 day(s)
(93%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 19 day(s)
(62%)
22 day(s)
(72%)
18 day(s)
(61%)
Record precipitation in one day 112.3 mm
(2017)
96.0 mm
(2018)
110.9 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 82% 82%
Visibility 8.6 km 8.7 km 8.7 km
Cloud cover 44% 40% 39%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 11h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h42 05h39 05h42
Sunset time 17h52 17h37 17h31
Day length 12h10 11h58 11h49
Our opinion on the climate in October
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Activities and events

What to do in Zamboanga in October?

Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingCultural visits and heritageDiving and snorkelingNightlifeGastronomyBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Zamboanga in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Zamboanga in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C1.2 mm
2
Partly Cloudy
25°C30°C1.2 mm
3
Patchy light rain
25°C30°C1.0 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C3.7 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.4 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C5.1 mm
7
Light rain shower
25°C27°C10.4 mm
8
Light rain shower
23°C26°C4.4 mm
9
Light rain shower
24°C28°C4.0 mm
10
Patchy light drizzle
24°C29°C2.2 mm
11
Light rain shower
25°C28°C1.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.9 mm
13
Light rain shower
25°C29°C4.8 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C3.4 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.8 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.1 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.9 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.2 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C0.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.9 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C5.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C27°C3.5 mm
24
Light rain shower
25°C28°C6.3 mm
25
Light rain shower
25°C29°C4.3 mm
26
Light rain shower
25°C28°C7.7 mm
27
Light rain shower
24°C26°C10.7 mm
28
Light rain shower
25°C28°C2.5 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C1.3 mm
30
Light rain shower
24°C27°C3.8 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C13.6 mm
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Where to go near Zamboanga in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Zamboanga in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Zamboanga in October, which places this month 10th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 496 mm of precipitation spread over 22 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in October, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 10.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Cultural visits and heritage, Diving and snorkeling and Nightlife.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 37/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Zamboanga are: February. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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