Sign In Register

Calongbuyan, Philippines

Ilocos · Philippines

Calongbuyan is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,324. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2,324 Population 58/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
100.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

Discover Calongbuyan, Philippines

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Calongbuyan

Calongbuyan

Candon, officially the City of Candon, is a component city in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 61,315 people. Thus, surpassing the provincial capital Vigan as the most populated city in the province.

People

Population2,324
Density58/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain100.3 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population2,324
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates17.1648°, 120.4272°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceIlocos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation100.3 inches (2,547 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Calongbuyan

Calongbuyan is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,324. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Calongbuyan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 100.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area39.9 sq mi (103.3 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates17.1648°N, 120.4272°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.3"
164% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 26.42"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

675 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 16, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 57 km
Jul 17, 1990 14 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M6.5 95 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 43 km
Jul 17, 1990 10 km ESE of Ambuclao, Philippines M6.1 92 km
Mar 22, 2010 9 km SSW of Bangui, Philippines M5.9 147 km
Nov 20, 1996 3 km ENE of Taloy, Philippines M5.9 91 km
Jun 5, 1995 14 km SE of Bangui, Philippines M5.8 148 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 140 km
Jul 20, 1990 8 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.8 102 km
Jun 19, 2000 4 km WNW of Santa Maria, Philippines M5.7 22 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 91 km
Jan 13, 2008 4 km SSE of Bontoc, Philippines M5.7 61 km
Jul 21, 1990 11 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.7 100 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km NNE of Caronoan West, Philippines M5.7 98 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 29 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km N of Halog West, Philippines M5.6 87 km
Jul 23, 1990 6 km S of Loacan, Philippines M5.6 79 km
Jul 18, 1990 13 km WNW of Busilak, Philippines M5.6 95 km
Jul 16, 1990 19 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.6 89 km
Apr 24, 2001 9 km ESE of Davila, Philippines M5.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 248 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 75 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 154 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 54 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 148 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 46 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 193 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 283 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 74 km
2023 Saola Category 5 264 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 219 km
2022 Noru Category 4 194 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 192 km
2022 Nesat Category 1 275 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 219 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 239 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 108 km
2018 Yutu Category 3 67 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 121 km
2016 Haima Category 4 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 N. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 11 57 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 16 127 km
1915 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 74 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 84°F (29°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 14.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 25.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 26.4 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 14.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Calongbuyan has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.4") and January the driest (0.2").

View full weather details →

Schools in Calongbuyan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ayudante Elementary School
Calaoa-an Elementary School
Candon City Information Technology National High School
Patpata Elementary School
Teodoro Hernaez National High School
Sabuanan Elementary School & Special Education Center
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Calongbuyan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Laoag MP3 64 kbps
Love Radio Tuguegarao MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Bangued AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Calongbuyan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burgos Library0.0
Candon City Library0.0
Nagrebcan Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Calongbuyan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bitalag Market
Candon Public Market
Farmer's Wet Market
Narvacan Farmers Market
Public Market
Santa Cruz Public Market
Santa Lucia Public Market
Tagudin Public Market

Hotels in Calongbuyan

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Janro Travellers Inn
Mercar Travellers Inn
Pauline's Inn

Restaurants in Calongbuyan

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonkim
Katipuneros
Shakey's Pizza

Gas Stations in Calongbuyan

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cleanfuel
Harry's
PH #1155730140

Airports Near Calongbuyan

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
San Fernando AirportSFEMedium Airport
Lepanto Mines AirstripSmall Airport
Vigan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Calongbuyan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Cristo
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
67 m (220 ft)
Area
103.3 km² (39.9 mi²)
Founded
1780
Postal Code
2710
Website
candoncity.gov.ph/
Twinned With
Honolulu

🇵🇭 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Calongbuyan.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Calongbuyan

What is the population of Calongbuyan?

Calongbuyan has a population of 2,324 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Calongbuyan?

Calongbuyan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 100.3 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Calongbuyan with another city: