San Pablo

City in Philippines

San Pablo
Photo: Judgefloro, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

San Pablo is a city in the Philippines with a population of about 300,000. Located 69 km from Manila, the city is known for its natural landmarks and historic cathedral.

What to see

The city features natural and cultural landmarks. Lake Sampaloc is a notable body of water in the area, while Mount San Cristobal provides a mountainous landscape. Within the city center, visitors can find the San Pablo Cathedral.

When to go

The city experiences high temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 27 °C to 31 °C. The driest period occurs from February through April, with monthly rainfall between 37 mm and 52 mm over approximately 13 to 16 days. From May through December, rainfall increases significantly, peaking in July with 268 mm of rain over 28 days.

Getting there

The nearest airport is Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila (Pasay), located 59 km from San Pablo.

Top sights in San Pablo

  1. Mount San CristobalMount San Cristobal
  2. San Pablo CathedralSan Pablo Cathedral
  3. Lake SampalocLake Sampaloc

Weather by month

The warmest month is May, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is July, with about 268 mm of rain.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high, °C272829313130292929292827
Average low, °C222223242525242424242423
Rainfall, mm61374152124195268225239258228171
Rainy days231713132326282726272828

Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for San Pablo (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.

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