All Countries
Catarman, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Catarman is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,688. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Discover Catarman, 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 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 | 3,688 |
| Population Density | 220 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.6017°, 123.8611° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.7 inches (1,313 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Catarman
Catarman is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 3,688. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Catarman
Catarman has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1582 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 16.7 sq mi (43.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.6017°N, 123.8611°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 84 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (85 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 100 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 120 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 167 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in |
Catarman has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.3") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Catarman
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catarman Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Catarman
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Argao | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Catarman
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baclayon Museum | ||||
| Clarin Ancestral House and Museum | ||||
| Museo de Loboc | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Bohol | ||||
| Nova Shells Museum | ||||
| Old Municipal Hall |
Libraries in Catarman
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balilihan Congressional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Basilio Garrote Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bohol Provincial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Catarman
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alburquerque Public Market | |||||
| Antequera Public Market | |||||
| Baclayon Public Market | |||||
| Bilar Public Market | |||||
| Bohol Showcase Center | |||||
| Causeway, Fishport | |||||
| Cogon Public Market | |||||
| Cogon Public Market | |||||
| Cortes Public Market | |||||
| Hanopol Public Market | |||||
| Libaong Barangay Bagsakan | |||||
| Lila Public Market | |||||
| Lila Public Wet Market | |||||
| Loay Public Market | |||||
| Loay Public Market | |||||
| Mangga Public Market | |||||
| Maribojoc Public Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mercado de Loon | |||||
| Panglao Public Market | |||||
| Sapa Bolod Mini Market - Open Market | |||||
| SK 777 Trading | |||||
| Tabuan, Looc | |||||
| Tagbilaran City Central Public Market |
Restaurants in Catarman
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Catarman
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Catarman
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Danao Ultralight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Catarman
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Besas Advance Physical Therapy and Medical Massage Facility | ||
| Besas Advance Physical Therapy and Medical Massage Facility | ||
| Besas Advance Physical Therapy Center |
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 Catarman.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Catarman
What is the population of Catarman?
Catarman has a population of 3,688 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 16.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catarman?
Catarman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.