Tuguegarao
City in Philippines
Tuguegarao is a city in the Philippines with a population of about 167,000 in 2024. Located 345 km from Manila, it draws visitors to sights like Buntun Bridge and Tuguegarao Cathedral.
What to see
Travelers to the city can visit local landmarks including Tuguegarao Cathedral and the nearby Buntun Bridge.
When to go
Daily highs range from 26 °C in January and December to 33 °C in May, while daily lows range from 20 °C in January and February to 25 °C between May and July. Rainfall varies significantly across the year. January and February are relatively dry months, with rain totals between 19 mm and 26 mm across 10 to 12 rainy days. From May through December, monthly rain totals increase, reaching 261 mm in October on about 23 days and up to 218 mm in August on about 26 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Tuguegarao Airport in Tuguegarao City, situated 3 km away. Laoag International Airport in Laoag City serves as a hub located 141 km away.
Top sights in Tuguegarao
Weather by month
The warmest month is May, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is October, with about 261 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 26 | 27 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 26 |
| Average low, °C | 20 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 21 |
| Rainfall, mm | 26 | 19 | 20 | 34 | 110 | 157 | 186 | 218 | 188 | 261 | 196 | 80 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 19 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 18 | 21 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Tuguegarao (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.