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Cogon, Philippines

Davao Region · Philippines

Cogon is a small town in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 2,238. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,238 Population 19/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Cogon

Cogon

Imperata cylindrica is a species of perennial rhizomatous grass native to tropical and subtropical Asia, Micronesia, Melanesia, Australia, Africa, and Southern Europe. It has also been introduced to Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Southeastern United States. It is a highly flammable pyrophyte, and can spread rapidly by colonizing disturbed areas and encouraging more frequent wildfires.

People

Population2,238
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days199/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population2,238
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates7.1508°, 125.7172°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceDavao Region
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,916 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cogon

Cogon is a small town in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 2,238. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Cogon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 199 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days199 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area116.3 sq mi (301.3 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates7.1508°N, 125.7172°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"
99% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 4.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,575 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jan 1, 2001 21 km SE of Lukatan, Philippines M7.5 99 km
May 17, 1992 23 km ESE of Santiago, Philippines M7.3 115 km
May 17, 1992 9 km SE of Santiago, Philippines M7.1 103 km
Aug 11, 2021 60 km ENE of Pondaguitan, Philippines M7.1 133 km
May 11, 1993 3 km E of Manay, Philippines M7.0 94 km
Jan 1, 2001 Mindanao, Philippines M6.8 143 km
Jan 2, 2001 51 km SE of Lukatan, Philippines M6.4 129 km
Sep 23, 2016 36 km SE of Tamisan, Philippines M6.3 107 km
Jan 1, 2002 3 km S of Lais, Philippines M6.3 95 km
Sep 15, 1997 23 km ESE of Barcelona, Philippines M6.2 147 km
Feb 16, 2013 16 km SE of Caburan, Philippines M6.1 149 km
Oct 5, 2000 46 km ESE of Jovellar, Philippines M6.1 126 km
May 31, 2019 34 km ESE of Pondaguitan, Philippines M6.1 128 km
Apr 19, 2022 41 km E of Santiago, Philippines M6.1 137 km
Apr 20, 2022 50 km ESE of Manay, Philippines M6.0 135 km
Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 76 km
Feb 7, 2021 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines M6.0 80 km
Apr 5, 2018 43 km ESE of Tarragona, Philippines M6.0 122 km
Jul 6, 1994 27 km E of Mangili, Philippines M5.9 132 km
Aug 19, 1993 27 km ESE of Santiago, Philippines M5.9 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Bopha Category 5 75 km
1993 Nell Category 1 256 km
1986 Marge Category 2 267 km
1984 Ike Category 4 267 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1992 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 6.0 m 115 km
2025 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.3 m 10 108 km
1970 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 0.1 m 115 km
2021 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.1 m 1 137 km
1924 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 45 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 53 km
Matutum Stratovolcano 2,286 m (7,500 ft) 1290 113 km
Balut Stratovolcano 862 m (2,828 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 6.5 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 5.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 6.0 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in

Cogon has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (4.6").

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Schools in Cogon

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Libuak Elementary School
Toril Elementary School
Balet National High School
Balet Elementary School
Cogon National High School
Cogon Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Cogon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Brigada News FM Davao MP3 128 kbps
DXAB One Radyo 1296 AM news, talk AAC 463 kbps
Radio Disney Philippines - Davao FM 105.9 pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cogon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
D' Bone Collector Museum
D' Bone Collector Museum
Datu Bago Gallery
Datu Bago Gallery
Mindanao Folk Arts Museum
Mindanao Folk Arts Museum
Museo Dabawenyo
Museo Dabawenyo
Museo Panabo
National Museum of the Philippines - Davao
National Museum of the Philippines - Davao
W-Autosports Museum
W-Autosports Museum

Libraries in Cogon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Davao City Library and Information Center0.0
Fr. Mateo Gisbert SJ Library0.0
Fr. Mateo Gisbert SJ Library0.0
High School Library0.0
High School Library0.0
Toril District Library0.0
UIC Library0.0
UIC Library0.0
University of the Philippines Mindanao Library0.0
Veritas Talandang Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cogon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agdao Public Market
Babak Public Market
Bajada Divisoria Night Market
Bankerohan Public Market
Binoling Wet Market
Brgy. Malativas Public Market
Buhangin Public Market
Bunawan Public Market
Carmen Public Market
Central Convenience
Fatima Public Market
Fruits Stalls
Green Market Panabo
Kaputian Public Market
Mabini Public Market
Mabini Public Market
Maco Night Market
Maco Public Market
Magsaysay Fruit Vendors Association
Marquella
Matina Public Market
Metro Mercado
Metro Mercado
Mintal Public Market
Molejon Enterprises
Molejon Enterprises
Organic Farmer's Market
Organic Farmer's Market
Panabo City Market
Panabo Public Market
Penaplata Public Market
Peñaplata Public Market
PTI Public Market
Roxas Night Market
Samal Public Market
Sasa Wet Market
Shanghai Market
Tagpuan Market
Tibungco Public Market
Toril Public Market
Ulas Mini Market
Ulas Mini Market

Hotels in Cogon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buenavista Island Resort

Restaurants in Cogon

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Secdea Beach Resort Restaurant

Cafes in Cogon

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Captain Freewilly Cafe

Clinics in Cogon

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Cogon

TeamLeagueDivision
KJC King Dome
New Davao Matina Gallera
RMC Petro Gazz Arena

Airports Near Cogon

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Bangoy International AirportDVOLarge Airport
Mati National AirportMXIMedium Airport
A O Floirendo AirstripSmall Airport
Anflo AirstripSmall Airport
Consuelo Airstrip 1Small Airport
Dacudao AirportSmall Airport
Kasilak AirstripSmall Airport
La Filipina AirportSmall Airport
La Libertad AirstripSmall Airport
Lapanday Foods Guihing AirportSmall Airport
Lapanday Foods Macgum AirportSmall Airport
Lunga-og AirportSmall Airport
Madaum AirstripSmall Airport
Malalag AirportSmall Airport
Malita AirportSmall Airport
Mapawa AirstripSmall Airport
Maramag AirportXMASmall Airport
Mawab AirstripSmall Airport
MEPI AerodromeSmall Airport
Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services AirportSmall Airport
Neda AirstripSmall Airport
New Sambog AirstripSmall Airport
Pantukan AirstripSmall Airport
Sampao AirstripSmall Airport
Searbemco AirstripSmall Airport
TADECO Santo Tomas AirstripSmall Airport
Tagdangua AirstripSmall Airport
Tagnanan AirstripSmall Airport
Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) AirstripSmall Airport
Union AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Cogon

50 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Accu - Lab Medical System Inc
Animal Bite Center
Avida Dialysis Center Philippines
Barangay 20-B Health Center
Barangay 37-D Health Center
Barangay 39-D Health Center
Barangay 76-A Clinic
Barangay 76-A Health Center
Barangay Health Center
Barangay Health Station
BCLab Diagnostic Center
Bernardo X-ray & Medical Clinic
BMCDC
Bucana Health Center
Buhangin Medical Clinic and Diagnostic Center
Cabantian Health center
Central Lab
Central Lab Diabetes Wellness, Heart & Kidneys
Davao Saint Martin De Porres Medical Clinic
Dela Rosa Psychiatric & Rehabilitation
E-Lab Polyclinic and Laboratory Co.
Emmanuel Medical and Diagnostic Center
Espino Medical & Maternity Clinic
Gem Village Health Center
Healthway
Hi-Precision Diagnostic
Kasilak Health Center
La Vie Dialysis Center
Lions Multi-Test and Medical Center
M&D Medical Spa
M&D Medical Spa for Men & Women
Matina Mother and Child Clinic
Maxicare Primary Care Clinic
Medika
MediSense Laboratory Center
Morison Chiropractor
My Choice Diagnostic Center (MCDC)
Norico Eye Clinic
Panacee Diagnostic Center & Pharmacy
Physician's Diagnostic Center
Piapi Health Center
San Antonio Health Center
San Nicolas Health Center
SMRCCI Southern Mindanao Rehab Care Center
South Davao One World Dialysis Center
Specialists Clinic & Diagnostic Laboratory
Supercare Davao
University Clinic
Vitalab Diagnostic
Zerah Skin & Dental Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cogon

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Independent Baptist Church of the Philippines
Nazareno Chapel
Seventh Day Adventist

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
32 m (105 ft)
Area
301.3 km² (116.3 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
8119
Website
samalcity.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Cogon

What is the population of Cogon?

Cogon has a population of 2,238 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 116.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cogon?

Cogon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches.

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