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Caraga, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Caraga is a small town in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 4,410. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Caraga
Caraga, officially the Caraga Administrative Region and designated as Region XIII, is an administrative region in the Philippines occupying the northeastern section of Mindanao. The region was created through Republic Act No. 7901 on February 23, 1995. The region comprises five provinces: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur; six cities: Bayugan, Bislig, Butuan, Cabadbaran, Surigao and Tandag; 67 municipalities and 1,311 barangays. Butuan, the most urbanized city in Caraga, serves as the regional administrative center.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,410 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.3297°, 126.5675° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Davao Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.8 inches (2,331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Caraga
Caraga is a small town in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 4,410. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 248.2 sq mi (642.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.3297°N, 126.5675°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 26 km |
| 1929 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 139 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 134 km |
| 2025 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 10 | 14 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 61 km |
| 2021 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 99 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
| 1921 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | - | - | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 58 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 14.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 10.1 in |
Caraga has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.2") and August the driest (4.5").
Schools in Caraga
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caraga Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caraga National High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Academy of Caraga | - | - | - | - |
| San Jose Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Fe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Papag Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Caraga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caraga Tourism Complex |
Farmers Markets in Caraga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baganga Public Market | |||||
| Manay Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market |
Restaurants in Caraga
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Caraga
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Caraga
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Caraga
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mati National Airport | MXI | Medium Airport |
| Anflo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Consuelo Airstrip 1 | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madaum Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mapawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mawab Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Neda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pantukan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tagdangua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tagnanan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Union Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Caraga
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| El Salvador del Mundo Parish | |
| GKK San Jose | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Caraga
What is the population of Caraga?
Caraga has a population of 4,410 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 248.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caraga?
Caraga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.8 inches.