Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte, Philippines
Caraga · Philippines
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 20,786. Elevation: 33 ft (10 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 Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
Del Carmen, officially the Municipality of Del Carmen, is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 18,392 people. The municipality was formerly called Numancia until 1966 when it was changed to its present name, after its patroness, the Virgin of Carmel. It is located on Siargao Island and home to Sayak Airport, the island's main airport.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,786 |
| Population Density | 355 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8694°, 125.9697° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 165.3 inches (4,198 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 20,786. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 165.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.7°C), the coldest is Feb (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 3481 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 58.6 sq mi (151.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 355/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8694°N, 125.9697°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 139 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 140 km |
| 1952 | E. OF MINDANO, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 146 km |
| 2012 | PHILIPPINE ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 94 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 160 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 28.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 22.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 17.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 18.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 24.6 in |
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 165.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (28.5") and August the driest (5.1").
Schools in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Carmen National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Numancia Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Lasala Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Fernando Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Antipolo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lobogon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dumoyog Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baybayin Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit and vegetable stalls / market both sides of roads | |||||
| Pilar Public Market |
Restaurants in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CFF Born Again Church | |
| Del Carmen Church |
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What is the population of Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte?
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte has a population of 20,786 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 355 people per square mile, spread across 58.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte?
Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 165.3 inches.
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