Dapdap, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Dapdap is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 56,410. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Dapdap
Tarangnan, officially the Municipality of Tarangnan, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 26,013 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,410 |
| Population Density | 895 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2155°, 123.7662° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.4 inches (2,270 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dapdap
Dapdap is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 56,410. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Dapdap
Dapdap has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.2°C), the coldest is Feb (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2513 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 63.0 sq mi (163.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 895/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2155°N, 123.7662°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 34 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 69 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 114 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 166 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
Dapdap has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (3.0").
Schools in Dapdap
18 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buenavista Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Ilihan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nabuhay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dapdap Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bonifacio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Simawa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Libertad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arado Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Del Rosario Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aurora Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magsaysay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buenavista National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Buenasuerte Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Panisijan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sawang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Ramon National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Ramon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Dapdap
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate Provincial Library and Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dapdap
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Mobo Public Market | |||||
| Palanas Public Market | |||||
| Poblacion Public Market |
Airports Near Dapdap
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Dapdap
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balay Silangan Reformation Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dapdap
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Buenavista | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Dapdap | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Settlement | |
| San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Dapdap
What is the population of Dapdap?
Dapdap has a population of 56,410 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 895 people per square mile, spread across 63.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dapdap?
Dapdap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 89.4 inches.
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