🇵🇭 Manila vs 🇯🇵 Tokyo

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Manila

few clouds

77°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 79°F

H 79°F / L 76°F

Humidity: 80%

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Tokyo

heavy intensity rain

57°F

Heavy Intensity Rain

Feels like 56°F

H 59°F / L 51°F

Humidity: 74%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Tokyo

Humid subtropical — distinct four seasons, hot humid summers, mild winters

Best monthsMarch, April, October, November
AvoidJune, July, August (heat and typhoons)
Annual rain60 inches (1,530 mm)

Tokyo has dramatic seasonal swings. Cherry blossom season (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are spectacular. Summers are brutally hot and humid with typhoon risk. Winters are mild and dry with occasional snow.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇵🇭 Manila🇯🇵 Tokyo
Spring

46–72°F

March–May

Summer

75–91°F

June–August

Fall

60–77°F

September–November

Winter

37–50°F

December–February

Manila vs Tokyo: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Manila or Tokyo have better weather?

Manila and Tokyo have very different climates. Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season Tokyo: Humid subtropical — distinct four seasons, hot humid summers, mild winters. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Manila vs Tokyo?

Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February. Best time for Tokyo: March, April, October, November.

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