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Adams, Philippines

Ilocos · Philippines

Adams is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,189. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,189 Population 52/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
125.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Adams

Adams

Adams, officially the Municipality of Adams, is a single-barangay municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 2,279 people.

People

Population2,189
Density52/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain125.4 in/yr
Sunny Days123/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Population2,189
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates18.4667°, 120.9000°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceIlocos
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation125.4 inches (3,186 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Adams

Adams is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,189. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 125.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Adams has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 125.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above Philippines avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days123 days/yr

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.0 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates18.4667°N, 120.9000°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 125.4"
230% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.47"
Driest Month (Mar) 4.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

765 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 11, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 106 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 146 km
Sep 12, 2023 69 km N of Namuac, Philippines M6.2 92 km
May 22, 1997 38 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M6.1 68 km
Jun 30, 2022 49 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M6.0 77 km
Feb 6, 1999 66 km N of Namuac, Philippines M6.0 90 km
Mar 20, 2011 43 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M6.0 69 km
Mar 22, 2010 9 km SSW of Bangui, Philippines M5.9 17 km
May 13, 2002 58 km N of Namuac, Philippines M5.8 82 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 18 km
May 6, 1998 19 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.8 28 km
Jun 5, 1995 14 km SE of Bangui, Philippines M5.8 6 km
Jan 14, 2012 65 km N of Namuac, Philippines M5.8 86 km
Aug 26, 1999 56 km N of Namuac, Philippines M5.7 77 km
Sep 14, 2003 8 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.7 26 km
Oct 4, 2023 Babuyan Islands region, Philippines M5.7 89 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 148 km
Mar 13, 2001 18 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M5.7 48 km
May 28, 2006 61 km N of Namuac, Philippines M5.7 83 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

107 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 95 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 216 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 163 km
2024 Krathon Category 4 215 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 18 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 179 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 59 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 165 km
2023 Saola Category 5 178 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 71 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 175 km
2022 Nesat Category 1 158 km
2021 Chanthu Category 5 183 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 137 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 46 km
2018 Yutu Category 4 196 km
2016 Meranti Category 5 276 km
2016 Haima Category 4 41 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 274 km
2016 Nida Category 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1988 NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 20 km
2022 N. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 11 106 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 16 27 km
1627 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin de Babuyanes (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin de Babuyanes Stratovolcano 712 m (2,336 ft) 1857 109 km
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 129 km
Cagua Stratovolcano 1,133 m (3,717 ft) 1860 132 km
Babuyan Claro Stratovolcano(es) 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 1924 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 8.5 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 5.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 5.0 in
May 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 11.2 in Warmest
July 76°F (25°C) 12.0 in
August 76°F (24°C) 15.5 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 14.1 in
October 74°F (23°C) 14.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 14.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 12.8 in

Adams has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 125.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.5") and March the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Adams

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tanglagan National High School
Tanglagan Elementary School
Parina Primary School
Malaggao Primary School
Adams Central Elementary School
Adams National High School
Bucarot Primary School
Bucarot Primary School
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Farmers Markets in Adams

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bangui Public Market
Claveria Public Market
Pagudpud Public Market

Airports Near Adams

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laoag International AirportLAOLarge Airport
Dibagat AirstripSmall Airport
Fuga AirstripSmall Airport
Jose Paredes AirbaseSmall Airport
Mabag Island AirstripSmall Airport
Taggat AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
559 m (1,834 ft)
Area
159.3 km² (61.5 mi²)
Founded
1983
Postal Code
2922
Website
adams.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adams

What is the population of Adams?

Adams has a population of 2,189 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Adams?

Adams has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 125.4 inches.

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