Bocaue
City in Philippines
Bocaue is a city in the Philippines with a population of about 148,000. Located 23 kilometers from Manila, the city is known for its large-scale event venues.
What to see
The city is home to the Philippine Arena and the Philippine Sports Stadium. These facilities serve as primary venues for major events.
When to go
Bocaue experiences distinct wet and dry seasons. The driest months are January and February, which see relatively low rainfall and daily highs between 28 °C and 29 °C. March and April are warmer, with highs reaching 31 °C to 32 °C. Rainfall increases significantly starting in May, with the wettest conditions occurring from June through September, when monthly rain can exceed 300 mm and rainy days are frequent. If you prefer to avoid the heaviest rain, visit during the cooler, drier months at the beginning of the year.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, located 34 kilometers from Bocaue.
Top sights in Bocaue
Weather by month
The warmest month is April, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is July, with about 428 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 28 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
| Average low, °C | 23 | 23 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| Rainfall, mm | 15 | 16 | 20 | 37 | 149 | 283 | 428 | 414 | 337 | 237 | 116 | 58 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 24 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 18 | 18 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Bocaue (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.