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Almagro, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Almagro is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 8,571. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,571 Population 752/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
94.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Almagro

Almagro

Almagro, officially the Municipality of Almagro, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 8,571 people.

People

Population8,571
Density752/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain94.5 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population8,571
Population Density752 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.9109°, 124.2858°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation94.5 inches (2,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Almagro

Almagro is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 8,571. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Almagro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 94.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.4 km²)
Population Density752/sq mi
Coordinates11.9109°N, 124.2858°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.5"
149% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

919 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 142 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 123 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 136 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 150 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 132 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 139 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 95 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 101 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 132 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 36 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 150 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 64 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 130 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 131 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 119 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 61 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 96 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 134 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 126 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 239 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 91 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 202 km
2021 Rai Category 5 202 km
2020 Goni Category 5 188 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 49 km
2020 Vamco Category 2 300 km
2020 Molave Category 1 167 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 119 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 40 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 179 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 253 km
2015 Melor Category 4 84 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 165 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 16 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 129 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 102 km
2010 Conson Category 1 266 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 24 km
2006 Durian Category 4 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 142 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 36 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (51 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 51 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 99 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 132 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 132 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 171 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 7.8 in
February 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Coldest
March 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 11.1 in

Almagro has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in February to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 96.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.0") and April the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Almagro

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malobago Elementary School - - - -
San Isidro Primary School - - - -
Marasbaras Primary School - - - -
Costa Rica National High School - - - -
Lunang Ⅱ Elementary School - - - -
Tonga-tonga Primary School - - - -
Biasong Elementary School - - - -
Almagro Central School - - - -
Lunang I Elementary School - - - -
Costa Rica Elementary School - - - -
Bacjao Elementary School - - - -
Guin-Ansan Elementary School - - - -
Talahid Elementary School - - - -
Imelda Elementary School - - - -
Almagro National High School - - - -
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Airports Near Almagro

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Bantayan Airport-Small Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Catbalogan Airport-Small Airport
Manato Airport-Small Airport
San Antonio Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
11 m (36 ft)
Area
51.4 km² (19.8 mi²)
Postal Code
6724

🇵🇭 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 Almagro

What is the population of Almagro?

Almagro has a population of 8,571 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 752 people per square mile, spread across 19.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Almagro?

Almagro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.5 inches.

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