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Calamba, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Calamba is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,719. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2,719 Population 18/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
122.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Calamba

Calamba

Guihulngan, officially the City of Guihulngan, is a component city in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 106,576 people. Making it the third-most populous city in Negros Oriental after the cities of Dumaguete and Bayawan.

People

Population2,719
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain122.2 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population2,719
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates10.1755°, 123.2826°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation122.2 inches (3,103 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Calamba

Calamba is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,719. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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.

Calamba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 122.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Philippines avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area150.0 sq mi (388.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates10.1755°N, 123.2826°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 122.2"
222% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

474 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 97 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 21 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 142 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 38 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 115 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 150 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 45 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 91 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 62 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 114 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 11 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 133 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 121 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 144 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 87 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 126 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 119 km
Oct 20, 2013 10 km WSW of Loon, Philippines M5.3 64 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 138 km
Jul 11, 2011 28 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.3 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 48 km
2021 Rai Category 4 9 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 271 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 170 km
2015 Melor Category 4 291 km
2014 Hagupit Category 3 237 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 123 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 130 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 171 km
2006 Utor Category 3 181 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 283 km
2005 Roke Category 1 98 km
1998 Faith Category 1 206 km
1995 Sibyl Category 2 267 km
1995 Zack Category 2 76 km
1994 Axel Category 2 152 km
1994 Owen Category 1 72 km
1993 Manny Category 3 260 km
1993 Nell Category 1 66 km
1990 Mike Category 4 47 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 21 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 31 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 53 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 66 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 104 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 187 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.7 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 3.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 9.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in
November 78°F (26°C) 9.5 in
December 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in

Calamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and February the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Calamba

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maculos Elementary School
Planas Elementary School
Bulado Elementary School
Humay-humay Elementary School
Antibalas Elementary School
Calamba Central Elementary School
Planas National High School
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Radio Stations near Calamba

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Pinamungajan AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Argao AAC 64 kbps
STARR Radio Tayasan MP3 128 kbps
Star FM Bacolod MP3

Farmers Markets in Calamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alcantara Public Market
Bagawines Public Market
Barili Public Market
Canlaon City Public Market (Oval)
Dumanjug Public Market
Guihulngan Mega Market
Hope Public Market
J&MC Market
Jimalalud Public Market
La Libertad Public Market
Malalay Public Market
Masulog Public Market
Midtown Public Market
Moalboal Fish and Meat Market
Moalboal Public Market
Moises Padilla Public Market
Ronda Public Market
Uptown Market
Uptown Public Market
Vallehermoso Public Market

Airports Near Calamba

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacolod-Silay International AirportBCDLarge Airport
Mactan Cebu International AirportCEBLarge Airport
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Guimaras AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Refugio AirstripSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Calamba

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Antibalas Baptist Church
Humay humay Community Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
194 m (637 ft)
Area
388.6 km² (150.0 mi²)
Postal Code
6214
Website
guihulngan.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 Calamba

What is the population of Calamba?

Calamba has a population of 2,719 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 150.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Calamba?

Calamba 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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