Caranan, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Caranan is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 50,708. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Caranan
Pasacao, officially the Municipality of Pasacao, is a 1st class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 50,708 people. The area is noted for its brown sand beaches and is sometimes referred to as the "Summer Capital of Camarines Sur.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,708 |
| Population Density | 193 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5167°, 123.0156° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.4 inches (2,473 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Caranan
Caranan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 50,708. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Caranan
Caranan has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3309 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 263.1 sq mi (681.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 193/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5167°N, 123.0156°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 27 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isarog (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 42 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 140 km |
| Banahaw | Complex | 2,158 m (7,080 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| San Pablo Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | 1350 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in |
Caranan has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and March the driest (2.4").
Schools in Caranan
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caranan Elementary School South | - | - | - | - |
| Caranan Elementary School North | - | - | - | - |
| Juan F. Trivino Memorial High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Caranan
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idol FM 105.5 Naga | news, talk | MP3 | |
| Love Radio Naga | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Baao | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Iriga | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Sorsogon | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Caranan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bicol Science and Technology Centrum | ||||
| Bicol Science Centrum | ||||
| Jesse M. Robredo Museum | ||||
| Museo de Hayskulano | ||||
| Museo del Seminario Conciliar de Nueva Caceres | ||||
| NHCP Museo ni Jesse Robredo | ||||
| Our Lady of Peñafrancia Museum | ||||
| Peñafrancia Basilica Museum | ||||
| Porta Mariae Museum | ||||
| Universidad de Sta. Isabel de Naga | ||||
| V Gallery x Museum |
Libraries in Caranan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James O'Brien Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raul S. Roco Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Caranan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balatan Public Market | |||||
| Libmanan Public Market | |||||
| Mabolo Public Market | |||||
| Naga City People's Mall | |||||
| San Fernando Town Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Caranan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Caranan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Daet Airport | DTE | Medium Airport |
| Naga Airport | WNP | Medium Airport |
| Apuao Grande Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Caranan?
Caranan has a population of 50,708 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 263.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Caranan?
Caranan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 97.4 inches.
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