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Dinagat, Philippines
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Dinagat is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 2,600. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Dinagat
Dinagat Islands, officially the Province of Dinagat Islands, is an island province in the Caraga region of the Philippines, located on the south side of Leyte Gulf. The island of Leyte is to its west, across Surigao Strait, and mainland Mindanao is to its south. Its main island, Dinagat, is about 60 kilometres (37 mi) from north to south. San Jose serves as its provincial capital while Basilisa is the most populous town in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,600 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9561°, 125.5933° |
| 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 | 146.2 inches (3,713 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dinagat
Dinagat is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 2,600. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 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 146.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Dinagat
Dinagat has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 3747 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 129 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 54.0 sq mi (139.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9561°N, 125.5933°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 104 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 101 km |
| 2012 | PHILIPPINE ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 55 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 24.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 18.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 16.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 21.5 in |
Dinagat has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 146.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (24.5") and August the driest (5.5").
Schools in Dinagat
44 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Don Ruben Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matingbe Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tag-abaca Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gomez Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jacques Pre-school | — | — | — | — |
| San Juan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Justiniana Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagbuyakhao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Justiniana Edera Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cayetano Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tag-abaca National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Cabayawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cuarenta Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Borres-Omega Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cuarenta National High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| New Mabuhay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagumbayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| A. Ecleo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cab-ilan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Alegria Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bilabid Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Jose Central Elementary School & Special Education Center | — | — | — | — |
| Don Ruben E. Ecleo, Sr. Memorial National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Don Jose Ecleo Memorial College | — | — | — | — |
| Alegria National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tomas Florya Eder Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Libuac Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aurora Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Zaragoza National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Zaragoza Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lisondra Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aurelio Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jade B. Ecleo Integrated Secondary School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Cab-ilan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wilson Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dinagat Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dinagat School of Fisheries | — | — | — | — |
| Wadas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magsaysay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primitivo J. Ebol Memorial National High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Dona Helen Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Luna Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahayahay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Dinagat
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surigaonon Heritage Center |
Farmers Markets in Dinagat
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIPROCO ARB Marketing | |||||
| San Jose Public Market | |||||
| Surigao City Public Market |
Restaurants in Dinagat
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dinagat
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dinagat
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dinagat
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bible Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Dinagat | |
| Immaculate Concepcion Parish of Dinagat |
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What is the population of Dinagat?
Dinagat has a population of 2,600 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 54.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dinagat?
Dinagat 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. The area receives 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 146.2 inches.