At a glance
| Metric | Manila | Shantou |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 32°C |
| Coldest month low | 23°C | 12°C |
| Annual rainfall | 2291 mm | 1687 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 9.9 h/day | 8.7 h/day |
| Best months | January–February | November–February |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Manila | Shantou | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Shantou |
| February | 6.8 · Fair | 9.4 · Excellent | Shantou |
| March | 5.2 · Fair | 8.8 · Excellent | Shantou |
| April | 3.5 · Poor | 8.7 · Excellent | Shantou |
| May | 2.1 · Challenging | 5.6 · Fair | Shantou |
| June | 3.2 · Poor | 4.0 · Poor | Shantou |
| July | 3.8 · Poor | 2.9 · Challenging | Manila |
| August | 4.3 · Poor | 3.3 · Poor | Manila |
| September | 4.2 · Poor | 4.3 · Poor | Shantou |
| October | 4.1 · Poor | 8.7 · Excellent | Shantou |
| November | 4.0 · Poor | 10.0 · Excellent | Shantou |
| December | 5.0 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Shantou |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Manila or Shantou?
Shantou has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 2 for Manila — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Manila?
The best months to visit Manila are January–February, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Shantou?
The best months to visit Shantou are November–February, based on six years of climate data.
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