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Caterman, Philippines

Ilocos · Philippines

Caterman is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,195. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,195 Population 55/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
103.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Caterman

Caterman

Candon, officially the City of Candon, is a component city in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 61,315 people. Thus, surpassing the provincial capital Vigan as the most populated city in the province.

People

Population2,195
Density55/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain103.3 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population2,195
Population Density55 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates17.2174°, 120.4244°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceIlocos
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation103.3 inches (2,624 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Caterman

Caterman is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,195. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Caterman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 103.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area39.9 sq mi (103.3 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates17.2174°N, 120.4244°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 103.3"
172% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 27.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

674 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 16, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 54 km
Jul 17, 1990 14 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M6.5 100 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 43 km
Jul 17, 1990 10 km ESE of Ambuclao, Philippines M6.1 98 km
Nov 20, 1996 3 km ENE of Taloy, Philippines M5.9 97 km
Mar 22, 2010 9 km SSW of Bangui, Philippines M5.9 141 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 134 km
Jun 5, 1995 14 km SE of Bangui, Philippines M5.8 143 km
Jul 20, 1990 8 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.8 107 km
Jan 13, 2008 4 km SSE of Bontoc, Philippines M5.7 63 km
Jun 19, 2000 4 km WNW of Santa Maria, Philippines M5.7 28 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km NNE of Caronoan West, Philippines M5.7 104 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 85 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 26 km
Jul 21, 1990 11 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.7 105 km
Jul 16, 1990 19 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.6 94 km
Jul 18, 1990 13 km WNW of Busilak, Philippines M5.6 100 km
Jul 23, 1990 6 km S of Loacan, Philippines M5.6 85 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km N of Halog West, Philippines M5.6 93 km
Apr 24, 2001 9 km ESE of Davila, Philippines M5.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 242 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 81 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 159 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 56 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 143 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 47 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 189 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 287 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 76 km
2023 Saola Category 5 264 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 214 km
2022 Noru Category 4 199 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 191 km
2022 Nesat Category 1 269 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 225 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 236 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 102 km
2018 Yutu Category 3 73 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 126 km
2016 Haima Category 4 110 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 N. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 11 54 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake - 16 122 km
1915 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake - - 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 73 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.0 in
May 84°F (29°C) 8.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 14.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 26.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 28.0 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 15.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Caterman has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 103.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (28.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Caterman

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Caterman Elementary School - - - -
Filomeno G. Gagarin Elementary School - - - -
Talogtog Elementary School - - - -
Gabao Elementary School - - - -
Butol Elementary School - - - -
Dr. Ricardo Gacula Memorial National High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Caterman

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Laoag - MP3 64 kbps
Love Radio Tuguegarao - MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Bangued - AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Caterman

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Burgos Library0.0
Candon City Library0.0
Nagrebcan Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Caterman

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bitalag Market
Candon Public Market
Farmer's Wet Market
Narvacan Farmers Market
Narvacan Public Market
Public Market
Santa Cruz Public Market
Santa Lucia Public Market

Airports Near Caterman

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
San Fernando AirportSFEMedium Airport
Lepanto Mines Airstrip-Small Airport
Vigan Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
67 m (220 ft)
Area
103.3 km² (39.9 mi²)
Founded
1780
Postal Code
2710
Website
candoncity.gov.ph/
Twinned With
Honolulu

🇵🇭 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 Caterman

What is the population of Caterman?

Caterman has a population of 2,195 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Caterman?

Caterman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 103.3 inches.

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