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Capoocan, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Capoocan is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 8,473. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Capoocan
Capoocan, officially the Municipality of Capoocan, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 34,388 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,473 |
| Population Density | 118 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2933°, 124.6419° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.6 inches (2,453 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Capoocan
Capoocan is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 8,473. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 161 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 71.6 sq mi (185.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 118/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2933°N, 124.6419°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 78 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 133 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 28 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 129 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 176 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in |
Capoocan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.2") and April the driest (4.5").
Schools in Capoocan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauguisan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capoocan Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Asuncion S. Melgar National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Balucanad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balud Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manloy Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Capoocan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Capoocan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalan Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carigara Municipal Library and Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Jaro Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Capoocan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalang Public Market | |||||
| Babatngon Public Market | |||||
| Barangay Market | |||||
| Biliran Public Market | |||||
| Bunoy Dako | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Jaro Public Market | |||||
| Kananga Public Market | |||||
| New Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| SMB Grounds | |||||
| Talalora Public Market |
Theatres in Capoocan
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Capoocan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Capoocan
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Fellowship Assembly of God | |
| Holy Name of Jesus Parish | |
| LDS Church | |
| Manloy Chapel | |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Groto | |
| San Juan Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Capoocan?
Capoocan has a population of 8,473 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 118 people per square mile, spread across 71.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capoocan?
Capoocan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 161 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.6 inches.