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Compostela, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Compostela is a mid-size city in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 42,563. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Compostela
Compostela, officially the Municipality of Compostela, is a municipality in the province of Davao de Oro, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 89,224 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,563 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.6731°, 126.0889° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Davao Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 112.0 inches (2,844 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Compostela
Compostela is a mid-size city in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 42,563. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 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 112.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Compostela
Compostela has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (25°C), the coldest is Feb (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2686 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 144 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 1,939.3 sq mi (5,022.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.6731°N, 126.0889°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | — | 92 km |
| 1929 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 136 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 103 km |
| 2025 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 10 | 79 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 118 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
| 1921 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | — | — | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 33 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 17.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 12.6 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in |
Compostela has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 112.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (17.8") and August the driest (5.1").
Schools in Compostela
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compostela Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Compostela National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tamia Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Osmeña Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ngan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bongkilaton Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mangayon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Jose Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mambusao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lagab Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Assumption Academy of Compostela | — | — | — | — |
| T.H. Valderrama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Consuelo M. Valderrama National High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Compostela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Information & Reading Center | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Compostela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compostela Public Market | |||||
| Mawab New Public Market | |||||
| Monkayo Public Market | |||||
| Montevista Public Market | |||||
| Nabunturan Public Market | |||||
| New Bataan Public Market |
Hotels in Compostela
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Compostela
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Compostela
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Compostela
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Compostela
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Compostela
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Compostela
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Compostela
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Bangoy International Airport | DVO | Large Airport |
| Bislig Airport | BPH | Medium Airport |
| Mati National Airport | MXI | Medium Airport |
| A O Floirendo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Consuelo Airstrip 1 | — | Small Airport |
| Dacudao Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kasapa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kasilak Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Filipina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lunga-og Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Madaum Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mapawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mawab Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| MEPI Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| New Sambog Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pantukan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sampao Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Searbemco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| TADECO Santo Tomas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tagdangua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tagnanan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Union Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Compostela
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint James Church | |
| Santa Cruz GKK | |
| Señor Santiago Apostol Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Compostela?
Compostela has a population of 42,563 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,939.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Compostela?
Compostela 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 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.0 inches.