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Caraycaray, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Caraycaray is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,174. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3,174 Population 4/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
100.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Caraycaray

Caraycaray

Naval, officially the Municipality of Naval, is a municipality and capital of the province of Biliran, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 58,187 people making it the most populous in the province.

People

Population3,174
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain100.0 in/yr
Sunny Days155/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population3,174
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates11.5551°, 124.4150°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation100.0 inches (2,539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Caraycaray

Caraycaray is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,174. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Caraycaray has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 100.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Philippines avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days155 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area792.4 sq mi (2,052.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates11.5551°N, 124.4150°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.0"
163% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.40"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.53"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

919 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 139 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 143 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 144 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 141 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 132 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 53 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 119 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 89 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 77 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 150 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 103 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 146 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 99 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 148 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 111 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 75 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 87 km
Aug 8, 1996 22 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M5.8 145 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 275 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 51 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 224 km
2021 Rai Category 5 164 km
2020 Goni Category 5 228 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 83 km
2020 Molave Category 1 208 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 153 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 35 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 217 km
2016 Sarika Category 1 285 km
2015 Melor Category 4 118 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 156 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 49 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 157 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 75 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 20 km
2006 Durian Category 4 206 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 148 km
2006 Utor Category 3 24 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 170 116 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 139 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 14 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 91 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 141 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 156 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 162 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 166 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 174 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
March 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in
April 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
October 78°F (26°C) 10.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 12.4 in Wettest
December 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in

Caraycaray has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.4") and April the driest (4.5").

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Schools in Caraycaray

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Naval Night High School
Caraycaray Central School
Naval School of Fisheries
Calumpang Elementary School
Lucsoon Elementary School
Lico Elementary School
Cabungaan Elementary School
P.S. Eamiguel Elementary School
Eden Elementary School
Imelda Elementary School
Lucsoon National High School
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Farmers Markets in Caraycaray

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Biliran Public Market
Caibiran Public Market
Naval Market Park
Naval Public Market
Tabango Public Market
Tabango Public Market

Airports Near Caraycaray

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Bantayan AirportSmall Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Caraycaray

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alpha Omega Spirit Field
Sitio Cabadiangan Chapel
Sr. San Isidro Chapel
Sr. San Roque Chapel
Sr. San Vicente Ferrer

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caraycaray

What is the population of Caraycaray?

Caraycaray has a population of 3,174 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 792.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Caraycaray?

Caraycaray has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.0 inches.

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