The climate in Cebu, as in most of the tropics, is humid and hot. You can escape the heat only in the sea, because under the canopy of tropical greenery it does not subside, but, on the contrary, is aggravated by the concentrated humidity of the jungle.
Favorable period for rest in Cebu falls from January to May. At this time there is almost no rain on the islands, you can admire the blue sky and enjoy sunny days. This is especially valuable in winter, when our latitudes are still cold and snowy.
When the rainy seasons begin in Cebu, vacationing here becomes almost impossible. Tropical downpours and slush do not contribute much to a pleasant vacation by the sea. That's why you should plan your vacation for the sunny period of the Philippine year. The rainy season in Cebu starts in June and ends in December. So you can organize a new year in the Philippines if you want.
Beauty and wildlife in Cebu
The vegetation in Cebu fulfills all the classic notions of a tropical paradise. There are many palm trees surrounding the beaches, mangroves, lianas and huge flowers. In Cebu you will find an endless number of fruits, the local markets are literally bursting with them. So if you've been dreaming of getting your fill of exotic fruits for a ridiculous amount of money, Cebu is definitely the place for you.
The animal life in Cebu is also very diverse. You'll find buffalo, though mostly domesticated, funny little primates, and many colorful Red Book birds. And of course, the crown jewel of Cebu's wildlife is the whale sharks. These magnificent giants attract a huge number of divers from all over the world. You can watch them at the Oslob Whale Shark Watching underwater park, where they are specially baited. These giant fish, 10 to 12 meters long, are completely safe for humans as they feed on plankton.
However, it is worth remembering that there are also sea snakes in the underwater realm of the Philippines. Some of them are quite poisonous, so be careful when diving. Also among the fauna of the Philippines there are fourteen species of poisonous snakes. However, meeting with them is unlikely to have a high probability, as there are 114 species of snakes in the Philippines.
Insects are plentiful and the most beautiful are the huge butterflies that abound in Cebu. There are absolutely unique species. There are a lot of endemics among the fauna of the Philippine Islands.
