Carles, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Carles is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 74,177. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°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 Carles
Carles, officially the Municipality of Carles, is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 74,177 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 74,177 |
| Population Density | 1,847 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5726°, 123.1342° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.9 inches (2,437 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carles
Carles is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 74,177. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Carles
Carles has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Feb (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2538 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 40.2 sq mi (104.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,847/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5726°N, 123.1342°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 122 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 129 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 153 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 167 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in |
Carles has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.1") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Carles
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carles Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Punta Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Don Casimiro Andrada National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carles
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM Roxas | - | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Carles
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balasan Public Market | |||||
| Bancal Market Place | |||||
| Bancal Open Market | |||||
| Carles Public Market | |||||
| Estancia New Public Market | |||||
| pilar public market | |||||
| Ugahan Center - Carles Food Terminal |
Hotels in Carles
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Carles
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carles
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carles
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Carles
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Azagra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carles
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carles Baptist Church | |
| Santa Teresa de Avila Parish Church | |
| Santo Niño Shrine |
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Shipwrecks Near Carles
1 documented shipwrecks found near Carles.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kinu | - | A Nagara-class light cruiser that was bombed by US aircraft southwest of Masbate. |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Carles
What is the population of Carles?
Carles has a population of 74,177 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,847 people per square mile, spread across 40.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carles?
Carles has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 95.9 inches.
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