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Culaba, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Culaba is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,231. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,231 Population 220/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
104.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Culaba

Culaba

Culaba, officially the Municipality of Culaba, is a municipality in the province of Biliran, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 13,563 people.The town's populace predominantly speak Waray language.

People

Population6,231
Density220/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain104.3 in/yr
Sunny Days147/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population6,231
Population Density220 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates11.6578°, 124.5425°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation104.3 inches (2,650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Culaba

Culaba is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 6,231. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Culaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 104.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Philippines avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days147 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area28.4 sq mi (73.4 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates11.6578°N, 124.5425°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.3"
175% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.88"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,208 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 121 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 135 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 125 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 127 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 124 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 115 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 60 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 73 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 103 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 76 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 104 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 140 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 133 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 133 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 100 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 130 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 93 km
May 24, 1995 23 km ENE of San Policarpo, Philippines M5.9 143 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 262 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 64 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 206 km
2021 Rai Category 5 177 km
2020 Goni Category 5 218 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 72 km
2020 Molave Category 1 196 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 139 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 48 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 205 km
2016 Sarika Category 1 270 km
2015 Melor Category 4 105 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 140 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 141 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 32 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 78 km
2010 Conson Category 1 296 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 27 km
2006 Durian Category 4 194 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 118 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 121 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (15 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 15 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 94 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 134 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 167 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 170 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 174 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 6.6 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 9.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 10.7 in
November 76°F (24°C) 13.0 in Wettest
December 75°F (24°C) 12.2 in

Culaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 104.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.0") and April the driest (4.9").

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Schools in Culaba

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Culaba Central Elementary School - - - -
Pinamihagan Elementary School - - - -
Bool Elementary School - - - -
Bool National High School - - - -
Bacolod Primary School - - - -
Calipayan Elementary School - - - -
Binongtoan Elementary School - - - -
Patag Elementary School - - - -
Culaba National Vocational School - - - -
Looc Elementary School - - - -
Habuhab Elementary School - - - -
San Roque Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Culaba

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban - AAC+ 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Culaba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Biliran Public Market
Caibiran Public Market
Naval Market Park
Naval Public Market

Airports Near Culaba

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Catbalogan Airport-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
148 m (486 ft)
Area
73.4 km² (28.3 mi²)
Founded
1953
Postal Code
6547
Website
culaba-biliran.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 Culaba

What is the population of Culaba?

Culaba has a population of 6,231 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Culaba?

Culaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.3 inches.

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