🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Houston

overcast clouds

67°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 66°F

H 68°F / L 66°F

Humidity: 67%

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Manila

few clouds

81°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 86°F

H 82°F / L 80°F

Humidity: 73%

Climate Overview

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Houston

Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with frequent flooding from Gulf of Mexico moisture, mild winters, and significant hurricane vulnerability. The city sits in a flat coastal plain with no geographic relief from heat or storms.

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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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Houston vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Houston or Manila have better weather?

Houston and Manila have very different climates. Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with 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 Houston vs Manila?

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

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