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Catarman, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Catarman is a mid-size city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 97,738. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Catarman
Catarman, officially the Municipality of Catarman, is a municipality and capital of the province of Northern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 97,738 people. It is the commercial, educational, financial, and political center of the province. It is the most populous municipality in Eastern Visayas.
People
Climate
| Population | 97,738 |
| Population Density | 545 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4989°, 124.6377° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.8 inches (3,068 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Catarman
Catarman is a mid-size city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 97,738. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Catarman
Catarman has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2855 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 132 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 179.3 sq mi (464.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 545/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4989°N, 124.6377°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 147 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 114 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 71 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 148 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 68 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 70 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 109 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 16.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 17.0 in | Wettest |
Catarman has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 120.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.0") and April the driest (5.1").
Colleges & Universities in Catarman
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia College | College | - | , |
| CA Department of Agronomy | College | - | , |
| CA Department of Crop Sciences | College | - | , |
| CAC Criminology Department | College | - | , |
| College of Law | College | - | , |
| College of Science | College | - | , |
| Crop Production Department | College | - | , |
| Department of Fisheries and Aquatic resources | College | - | , |
| Department of Industrial Education building 2 | College | - | , |
| East Pacific Computer College | College | - | , |
| Eastern Visayas Central Colleges Catarman Campus | College | - | , |
| Forestry Department | College | - | , |
| Graduate Studies | College | - | , |
| Lyceum of Visayas Maritime Academy Incorporated | College | - | , |
| Northern Samar Colleges | College | - | , |
| UEP - Asian Development Foundation College | College | - | , |
| UEP - Japan Coco Coir | College | - | , |
| UEP College of Nursing | College | - | , |
| UEP College of Veterinary Medicine | College | - | , |
| University of Eastern Philipines | University | - | , |
Schools in Catarman
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catarman I Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Washington Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Washington National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Cawayan Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Basud Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baybay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catarman II Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Himbang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Macagtas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Rizal Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Daganas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Binog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catarman National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Catarman Special Education Center | - | - | - | - |
| Lt. Jacob O. Meimban Memorial Foundation Eastern Visayas College | - | - | - | - |
| Galutan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Galutan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangkerohan Elementary school | - | - | - | - |
| Generoso R. Frigillana Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Michael Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Catarman Chamber Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| University of Eastern Philippines Laboratory Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| University of Eastern Philippines Laboratory High School | - | - | - | - |
| Annex (GSTS) | - | - | - | - |
| Global School for Technological Studies | - | - | - | - |
| EVCC | - | - | - | - |
| San Lorenzo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Catarman
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Catarman
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samar Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| UEP Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Catarman
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobon Public Market | |||||
| Catarman Wet Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market |
Hotels in Catarman
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Catarman
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Catarman
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Catarman
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Catarman
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Catarman
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Catarman
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Catarman
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Catarman
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Catarman
17 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Catarman
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Catarman
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Catarman
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Batag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Catarman
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Philpost | |
| PHLPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Catarman
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ang Dating Daan | |
| Ang Dating Daan | |
| Ang Dating Daan (Lokal ng Catarman) | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Emmanuel Bible Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Lighthouse Baptist Church | |
| Lokal ng Catarman | |
| Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Chapel | |
| Our Lady of the Annunciation Cathedral | |
| Shrine of the Black Nazarine | |
| Souls for Christ (Assemblies of God) | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| United Pentecostal Church Catarman (AGM) |
Quick Facts
Around Catarman
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Catarman?
Catarman has a population of 97,738 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 545 people per square mile, spread across 179.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catarman?
Catarman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.8 inches.