All Countries
Carigara, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Carigara is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 17,495. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Discover Carigara, Philippines
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Carigara
Carigara, officially the Municipality of Carigara, is a First Income Class municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 56,060 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,495 |
| Population Density | 384 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2981°, 124.6790° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.1 inches (2,618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carigara
Carigara is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 17,495. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Carigara
Carigara has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.2°C), the coldest is Feb (26.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2364 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 151 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 45.5 sq mi (117.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2981°N, 124.6790°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 | 76 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 30 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 127 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 177 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 12.7 in |
Carigara has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 103.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.5") and April the driest (5.1").
Colleges & Universities in Carigara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Visayas State University Carigara Campus | University | — | — |
| Holy Cross College of Carigara | College | — | — |
| Visayas State University | College | — | — |
Schools in Carigara
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canlampay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carigara National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ponong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sogod National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Child Development Center Inc. | — | — | — | — |
| Manloy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hira-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mariano Morales Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Caghalo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cassidy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uyawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nauguisan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sogod Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hiluctogan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Son of Mary Child Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael Technological Institute of Carigara Inc. | — | — | — | — |
| Alberto T. Aguja Memorial Central School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Carigara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Carigara
| 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 Carigara
| 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 | |||||
| Dagami 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 |
Hotels in Carigara
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carigara
23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carigara
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Carigara
9 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Carigara
20 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Carigara
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Carigara
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carigara
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carigara
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Carigara
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 Carigara
43 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 7th Day Adventist Church | |
| Barayong Chapel | |
| Baybay Sta. Cruz Chapel | |
| Bible Baptist Church | |
| Bislig New Chapel | |
| Bislig Old Chapel | |
| Caghalo Chapel | |
| Canal Chapel | |
| Canlampay Chapel | |
| Canlampay Chapel | |
| Canlampay Chapel | |
| Chapel | |
| Chapel | |
| Chapel | |
| Chapel | |
| Cutay Chapel | |
| East Visoria Chapel | |
| East Visoria Chapel | |
| East Visoria Chapel | |
| East Visoria Sitio Bariis Chapel |
Quick Facts
🇵🇭 About Philippines
Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Carigara.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Carigara
What is the population of Carigara?
Carigara has a population of 17,495 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 384 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carigara?
Carigara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.1 inches.