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Carasi, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
Carasi is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 1,607. Elevation: 1,404 ft (428 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Carasi
Carasi, officially the Municipality of Carasi, is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,775 people, making it the least populated municipality in the province and the entire Ilocos Region, and also the least populous in the island of Luzon.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,607 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,404 ft (428 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1989°, 120.8683° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.7 inches (3,217 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carasi
Carasi is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 1,607. The city sits at an elevation of 1,404 feet (428 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 124 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,404 ft (428 m) |
| Area | 83.5 sq mi (216.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1989°N, 120.8683°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 48 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 76 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 16 | 4 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
| 1627 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (101 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 126 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 133 km |
| Babuyan Claro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1924 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 12.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 13.6 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 17.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 14.8 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 14.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 13.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 10.6 in |
Carasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 66°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 126.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.0") and March the driest (4.0").
Farmers Markets in Carasi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacarra Public Market & Food Terminal/Bagsakan Center | |||||
| Banna Public Market | |||||
| Pasuquin Public Market | |||||
| Sarrat Public Market | |||||
| Solsona Public Market | |||||
| Vintar Public Market |
Airports Near Carasi
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fuga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jose Paredes Airbase | — | Small Airport |
| Mabag Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Taggat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Carasi
What is the population of Carasi?
Carasi has a population of 1,607 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 83.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carasi?
Carasi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.7 inches.