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Daraga, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Daraga is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 6,664. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,664 Population 146/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
87.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Daraga

Daraga

Daraga, is a municipality in the province of Albay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 138,000 people.

People

Population6,664
Density146/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain87.5 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population6,664
Population Density146 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates13.1483°, 123.7124°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation87.5 inches (2,222 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Daraga

Daraga is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 6,664. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Daraga

Daraga has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 3629 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.9° 347.2
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 23.2° / 29.4° 249.7
Mar 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 237.2
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.6° 158.2
May 28.9°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.4° 209.8
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.2° / 32.3° 222.2
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 24.8° / 31.5° 289.5
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.9° / 31.4° 232.1
Sep 28°C / 82°F 24.6° / 31.4° 282.2
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.1° 319.1
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 24.3° / 30.4° 470.3
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 23.9° / 29.3° 611.0
Daraga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 87.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area45.8 sq mi (118.6 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates13.1483°N, 123.7124°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.5"
130% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 18.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

413 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 112 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 116 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 63 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 95 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 101 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 134 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 113 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 147 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 142 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 86 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 111 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 61 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 121 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 87 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 88 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 145 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 95 km
Aug 19, 2004 15 km NW of Manamrag, Philippines M5.5 80 km
Jul 30, 2001 6 km NE of Tigbao, Philippines M5.4 71 km
May 23, 2003 10 km NNE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 143 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 240 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 118 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 254 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 272 km
2022 Noru Category 5 206 km
2021 Conson Category 1 221 km
2020 Goni Category 5 41 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 152 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 62 km
2020 Molave Category 1 50 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 24 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 165 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 50 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 154 km
2015 Melor Category 4 45 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 295 km
2015 Noul Category 4 252 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 266 km
2015 Maysak Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1973 QUEZON Earthquake 1.3 m 15 103 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 116 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 29 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 56 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 67 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 12.1 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 7.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 6.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 17.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 18.6 in Wettest

Daraga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 128.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (18.6") and April the driest (5.8").

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Schools in Daraga

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pia Mont - - - -
United Institute - - - -
Mary's Child Science Oriented School - - - -
Daraga National High School - - - -
Binitayan Elementary School - - - -
Daraga North Central School - - - -
Peñafrancia Elementary School - - - -
Cullat Elementary School - - - -
Kidaco Elementary School - - - -
Bañag Elementary School - - - -
Kiwalo Elementary School - - - -
Balinad Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Daraga

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bespren Radio pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Love Radio Legazpi - MP3 96 kbps
OK-FM Sorsogon - MP3 73 kbps
Radyo Natin Buhi - AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Baao - AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Daraga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Legazpi
National Museum - Bicol Regional Museum

Libraries in Daraga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BUCAF Library0.0
Municipal Library and Museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Daraga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bacacay Public Market
Camalig Public Market
Daraga Public Market
Donsol Public Market
Fruit Vendors
Guinobatan Public Market
Legazpi City Public Market
Ligao City Public Market
Malilipot Public Market
Malinao Public Market
Oas Public Market
Pilar New Public Market
Poblacion Castilla Local Market
Polangui Public Market
Santo Domingo Public Market
Tabaco City Public Market
Tabaco City Public Market Extension
Talipapa

Hotels in Daraga

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daraga Bus Station
Hotel Herencia
Innbox
Swan Lake Hometel
Villa Amada Hotel

Restaurants in Daraga

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

3k Plus A Home Cooked Meals
Andoks
Aurelio's Lechon and Grill
Balay Suanoy
Chi Cha
First Colonial Grill
Graceland
Red Labuyo
Roasted Pork Recipe
Taylor's Gourmet Kitchen

Clinics in Daraga

6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bethany Clinic
Central Link
Ciocson Medical Clinic
Culliat Health Center
Daraga Municipal Health Office
JB Legazpi Medical Clinic and Diagnostic Laboratory

Dentists in Daraga

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emilia N. Beltran Dental Clinic
Segovia Dental Clinic

Veterinaries in Daraga

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daraga AgroVet

Train Stations in Daraga

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daraga

Bus Stations in Daraga

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daraga Bus Station

Gas Stations in Daraga

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ACE
Caltex
Cleanfuel
Daraga Shell Gasoline Station
Petron
Petron
Seaoil

Banks in Daraga

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BDO
Cagsawa Rural Bank
China Bank Savings
Land Bank
Legaspi Savings Bank
Legazpi Savings Bank
Metrobank
PNB

Gyms in Daraga

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nelstar Fitness Gym

Airports Near Daraga

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Amoroy Airport-Small Airport
Bacon Community Airport-Small Airport
Bulan Airport-Small Airport
Calanay Airport-Small Airport
San Antonio Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Daraga

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Daily Overland
LBC

Churches & Religious Organizations in Daraga

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Daraga Church
Iglesia ni Cristo-lokal ng Daraga
San Roque Chapel
Santo Cristo Chapel
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
79 m (259 ft)
Area
118.6 km² (45.8 mi²)
Postal Code
4501
Website
daraga.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 Daraga

What is the population of Daraga?

Daraga has a population of 6,664 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 146 people per square mile, spread across 45.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Daraga?

Daraga 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 80°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.

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