Argao, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Argao is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,108. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Argao
Argao, officially the Municipality of Argao, is a municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 78,111 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,108 |
| Population Density | 102 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8794°, 123.5956° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.2 inches (3,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Argao
Argao is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 6,108. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 59.8 sq mi (155.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8794°N, 123.5956°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 | 45 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (78 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 78 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 140 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in |
Argao has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.9") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Argao
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Learning Center of Argao, Cebu | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Michael School | - | - | - | - |
| Argao I Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Langtad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Argao National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Canbanua Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talaytay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jomgao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tulic Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Academia de San Lorenzo Ruiz Protomartir | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Argao
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rock Cebu | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM 95.5 Cebu | music, news | MP3 | |
| Yes The Best Cebu | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| All Radio 97.1 Cebu | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| DYAB One Radyo 1512 AM | news, talk | AAC 463 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Pinamungajan | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Argao | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Disney Philippines - Cebu FM 87.5 | pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Argao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carcar Museum and former Dispensary | ||||
| Museo dela Parroquia de San Miguel |
Libraries in Argao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramon Seares Sr. Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Argao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcantara Public Market | |||||
| Alcoy Public Market | |||||
| Argao Public Market | |||||
| Badian Public Market | |||||
| Barili Public Market | |||||
| Bayabas Public Market | |||||
| Carcar City Public Market | |||||
| Dalaguete Agri-Pinoy Trading Center | |||||
| Dumanjug Public Market | |||||
| Malalay Public Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Livestock Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Public Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Public Market | |||||
| Maribojoc Public Market | |||||
| Mercado de Loon | |||||
| Moalboal Fish and Meat Market | |||||
| Moalboal Public Market | |||||
| Nug-as Public Market | |||||
| Old Carcar Public Market | |||||
| Papan Public Market | |||||
| Ronda Public Market | |||||
| Sangi Public Market | |||||
| Sibonga Public Market | |||||
| Simala Market | |||||
| Talo-ot Public Market |
Hotels in Argao
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Argao
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Argao
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Argao
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Argao
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Argao
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Danao Ultralight Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Argao
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Argao Parish Church | |
| Lokal ng Argao, Iglesia ni Cristo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Argao
What is the population of Argao?
Argao has a population of 6,108 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 59.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Argao?
Argao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.2 inches.
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