Dapdap, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Dapdap is a mid-size city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 45,314. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover Dapdap, Philippines
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
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 | 45,314 |
| Population Density | 380 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0620°, 125.4881° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.2 inches (3,459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dapdap
Dapdap is a mid-size city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 45,314. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Dapdap
Dapdap has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Feb (27.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2837 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 119.1 sq mi (308.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0620°N, 125.4881°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 76 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 10 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 47 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 117 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 120 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 174 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 16.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 20.2 in | Wettest |
Dapdap has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 136.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.2") and August the driest (6.3").
Schools in Dapdap
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Monica Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Dapdap National Technical-Vocational High School | - | - | - | - |
| Dapdap Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Botnga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hilabaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hilabaan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Hapitan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Monica Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Factoria Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malobago Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dapdap
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJM 94.3 FM | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Dapdap
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dapdap
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can-Avid Wet and Dry Market Center | |||||
| Dolores Public Market |
Airports Near Dapdap
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Batag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dapdap
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
🇵🇭 About Philippines
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 45,314 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 119.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dapdap?
Dapdap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 136.2 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Dapdap?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile