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Musuan Peak

Mountain

A solitary volcanic cone in Northern Mindanao, Musuan Peak is a popular local climb for day hikers and offers clear views over surrounding farmland and lowlands.

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Musuan Peak essentials

Address: Musuan Peak, Bukidnon / Northern Mindanao region, Philippines
Hours: Open year-round (access depends on weather)
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Musuan Peak

Best visited in the dry season (December-May) for safer and clearer conditions.

Dry season
Dec-May · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Easier trails and clearer skies for summit attempts.
Wet season
Jun-Nov · 22-32°C (72-90°F)
Heavy rains, muddy trails and potential hazard from runoff; trekking not recommended.

Weather & Climate near Musuan Peak

Climate

Musuan Peak's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2585 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuaryApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 20° - 30° 25° 127 mm overcast 91% 0.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.6h
February Good 20° - 30° 25° 110 mm overcast 90% 0.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.8h
March Good 20° - 31° 26° 116 mm overcast 88% 0.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Good 21° - 32° 27° 131 mm partly cloudy 86% 0.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.2h
May Acceptable 21° - 32° 27° 274 mm overcast 87% 0.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
June Acceptable 21° - 31° 26° 335 mm overcast 88% 0.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.4h
July Good 21° - 30° 26° 337 mm overcast 88% 1.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.4h
August Good 21° - 30° 26° 267 mm overcast 88% 1.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.2h
September Acceptable 21° - 30° 26° 298 mm overcast 88% 1.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
October Acceptable 21° - 31° 26° 268 mm overcast 89% 1.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.8h
November Acceptable 21° - 30° 26° 184 mm overcast 90% 1.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
December Good 20° - 30° 25° 138 mm overcast 91% 0.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Musuan Peak

Musuan Peak is near Malaybalay and Mount Musuan on Mindanao. Access is by road from Malaybalay or Cagayan de Oro, followed by a short local hike from trailheads near the base. Local transport and guides are available in town.

Tips for Visiting Musuan Peak

  • Local guides from nearby towns can provide up-to-date route information and safe trekking options.
  • Check volcanic activity and weather reports - being a volcanic cone, conditions can change rapidly.
  • Combine a climb with visits to nearby botanical gardens or research stations that study the mountain's ecology.