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Cervantes, Philippines

Ilocos · Philippines

Cervantes is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 3,099. Elevation: 1,647 ft (502 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

3,099 Population 34/sq mi density
1,647 ft Elevation 502 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
101.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Cervantes

Cervantes

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra was a Spanish writer widely regarded as the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world's pre-eminent novelists. He is best known for his two-part novel Don Quixote, a work considered to be the first modern novel. Don Quixote has been labelled by many well-known authors as the "best book of all time" and the "best and most central work in world literature".

People

Population3,099
Density34/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain101.3 in/yr
Sunny Days175/yr
Elevation1,647 ft (502 m)
Population3,099
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation1,647 ft (502 m)
Coordinates16.9909°, 120.7359°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceIlocos
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation101.3 inches (2,573 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cervantes

Cervantes is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 3,099. The city sits at an elevation of 1,647 feet (502 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Cervantes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 175 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 101.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,647 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above Philippines avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days175 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,647 ft (502 m)
Area90.6 sq mi (234.7 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates16.9909°N, 120.7359°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.3"
167% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 20.59"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

635 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.4 on Jul 15, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 60 km
Jul 17, 1990 14 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M6.5 61 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 21 km
Jul 17, 1990 10 km ESE of Ambuclao, Philippines M6.1 63 km
Nov 20, 1996 3 km ENE of Taloy, Philippines M5.9 75 km
Jul 20, 1990 8 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.8 71 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 149 km
Jul 21, 1990 11 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.7 69 km
Jun 19, 2000 4 km WNW of Santa Maria, Philippines M5.7 35 km
Jan 13, 2008 4 km SSE of Bontoc, Philippines M5.7 28 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 102 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km NNE of Caronoan West, Philippines M5.7 84 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 67 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km N of Halog West, Philippines M5.6 76 km
Jul 16, 1990 19 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.6 56 km
Jul 23, 1990 6 km S of Loacan, Philippines M5.6 57 km
Jul 18, 1990 13 km WNW of Busilak, Philippines M5.6 61 km
May 2, 1996 4 km SE of Labayug, Philippines M5.5 97 km
Feb 6, 2019 1 km NNE of Guiling, Philippines M5.5 127 km
Nov 15, 2000 65 km WSW of Fuerte, Philippines M5.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 260 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 72 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 165 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 18 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 172 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 55 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 177 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 245 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 39 km
2023 Saola Category 5 230 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 224 km
2022 Noru Category 4 188 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 166 km
2021 Chanthu Category 5 298 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 200 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 229 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 123 km
2018 Yutu Category 3 37 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 110 km
2016 Haima Category 4 125 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 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 60 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 16 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 53 km
Arayat Stratovolcano 1,026 m (3,366 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 71°F (21°C) 2.5 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 10.0 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 12.8 in
July 72°F (22°C) 13.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 20.6 in Wettest
September 71°F (22°C) 15.9 in
October 71°F (21°C) 9.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in

Cervantes has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 67°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (20.6") and January the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Cervantes

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pautan Primary School
Cervantes Central School
Zigzag Pines Elementary School
Daing Elementary School
Libang Elementary School
San Juan Elementary School
Cervantes National High School
Liqueo Primary School
Malaya Elementary School
Naiba Primary School
Bunga National High School
Cabaroan Elementary School
Namaligan Primary School
Tam-awan Primary School
Paang Primary School
Lamagan Elementary School
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Museums in Cervantes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bontoc Museum
Ganduyan Museum
Masferré Photographs

Libraries in Cervantes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Municipal Library0.0
Provincial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cervantes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buguias Public Market
Cervantes Public Market
Mankayan Public Market
Public Market
Sagada Public Market
Tadian Public Market

Gas Stations in Cervantes

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nesagup Gasoline Station

Airports Near Cervantes

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Loakan AirportBAGMedium Airport
San Fernando AirportSFEMedium Airport
Bagabag AirportSmall Airport
Cordon AirportSmall Airport
Lepanto Mines AirstripSmall Airport
Vigan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cervantes

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Seventh Day Adventist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
637 m (2,090 ft)
Area
234.7 km² (90.6 mi²)
Postal Code
2718

🇵🇭 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 Cervantes

What is the population of Cervantes?

Cervantes has a population of 3,099 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 90.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cervantes?

Cervantes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.3 inches.

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