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Araal, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Araal is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,630. Elevation: 1,263 ft (385 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Araal
La Castellana, officially the Municipality of La Castellana, is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 82,500 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,630 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.4195°, 123.0437° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.3 inches (3,689 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Araal
Araal is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 2,630. The city sits at an elevation of 1,263 feet (385 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Area | 70.6 sq mi (182.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.4195°N, 123.0437°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 50 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 10 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 34 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 11.9 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 12.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in |
Araal has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 100.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (2.5").
Schools in Araal
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mailum Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| R & S Abindan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| R.M. Araneta Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ara-al Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Araal
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombo Radyo Iloilo | news | AAC | |
| Love Radio Bacolod | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 105.9 Wild FM | hot ac, opm | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps | |
| STARR Radio Tayasan | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM Bacolod | - | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Madridejos | cebu, filipino | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Iloilo | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Araal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House of Mugs | ||||
| Vintage Glasses Museum |
Libraries in Araal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacolod City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fray Luis de Leon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Araal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacold City North Public Market | |||||
| Bago City Public Market | |||||
| Binalbagan Public Market | |||||
| Bunga Public Market | |||||
| Canlaon City Public Market (Oval) | |||||
| Cansilayan Public Market | |||||
| Codcod Market Place | |||||
| Don Salvador Benedicto Public Market | |||||
| Granada Market | |||||
| Guintorilan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Hinigaran Public Market | |||||
| Hope Public Market | |||||
| Isabela Public Market | |||||
| J&MC Market | |||||
| La Carlota Public Market | |||||
| La Castellana Public Market | |||||
| La Granja Public Market | |||||
| Lechonan Country | |||||
| Libertad Public Market | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Sugar Central Public Market | |||||
| Mailum Public Market | |||||
| Masulog Public Market | |||||
| Midtown Public Market | |||||
| Moises Padilla Public Market | |||||
| Murcia Tinabu-ay Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Payao Public Market | |||||
| Pontevedra Public Market | |||||
| Pontevedra Seafood Market | |||||
| Pulupandan Public Market | |||||
| Sagasa Public Market | |||||
| San Enrique Public Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Sum-ag Public Market | |||||
| Tabao Fish Market | |||||
| Tangub Talipapa | |||||
| Uptown Market | |||||
| Uptown Public Market | |||||
| Valladolid Public Market | |||||
| Villamonte Public Market |
Hotels in Araal
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Araal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Araal
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Araal
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Negros First Provincial Blood Bank | ||
| Una Konsulta |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Araal
What is the population of Araal?
Araal has a population of 2,630 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Araal?
Araal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.3 inches.