🇺🇸 Columbia vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Columbia

overcast clouds

74°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 75°F

H 75°F / L 72°F

Humidity: 70%

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Manila

few clouds

80°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 84°F

H 81°F / L 79°F

Humidity: 77%

Climate Overview

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Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina's capital, has one of the hottest climates of any state capital. Inland at 200 feet, away from both ocean and mountains, it sees the full heat of a southeastern summer with temperatures regularly in the high 90s°F and heat index over 105°F. The city sits between the Midlands and low country with Fort Jackson and the University of South Carolina.

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

Seasonal Comparison

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Columbia vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Columbia or Manila have better weather?

Columbia and Manila have very different climates. Columbia, South Carolina's capital, has one of the hottest climates of any state capital. Inland at Manila: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Columbia vs Manila?

Best time for Columbia: spring and fall. Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February.

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