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Best time to visit: March, April, October
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30.9 | 23.7 | 167 | 11 |
| Feb | 31.3 | 23.8 | 114 | 9 |
| Mar | 32.3 | 24.1 | 107 | 9 |
| Apr | 33.1 | 24.7 | 115 | 9 |
| May | 32.7 | 25.1 | 166 | 13 |
| Jun | 32.0 | 24.7 | 193 | 14 |
| Jul | 31.7 | 24.5 | 169 | 13 |
| Aug | 31.8 | 24.5 | 167 | 12 |
| Sep | 32.1 | 24.4 | 162 | 11 |
| Oct | 32.6 | 24.4 | 195 | 12 |
| Nov | 32.2 | 24.4 | 140 | 12 |
| Dec | 31.6 | 24.2 | 142 | 11 |
Averages for 1991–2020, not a forecast. Source: WMO climate normals (Davao City Davao Del Sur, 7 km from Davao City).
March, April and October are usually the best months to visit Davao City. Average daytime highs range from about 31°C in January to 33°C in April.
Plan from about US$52 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$117 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport. These are estimates and vary by season.
Public transport includes bus and jeepney and is rated good. Walkability scores 75/100.
The nearest airport is Francisco Bangoy International Airport, about 20 km away. Transfer options include taxi and bus.
Overall safety is rated medium. Watch for overcharging taxi drivers. Areas generally considered safe include Buhangin and Matina. Check official travel advice before you go.
4G/5G coverage is provided by Globe Telecom and Smart Communications, rated good. Plan for about 1.5 GB a day for maps, messaging and social media. A Philippines travel eSIM lets you get online on arrival without buying a local SIM.
Tap water is generally considered unsafe. If in doubt, follow local advice or choose bottled water.
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