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Dumaguete, Philippines
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Dumaguete is a large city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 113,541. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Dumaguete
Dumaguete, officially the City of Dumaguete, is a component city and capital of the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 142,171 people. It is the most populous city and the smallest city by land area in Negros Oriental, as well as one of the two regional centers in Negros Island Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 113,541 |
| Population Density | 8,747 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3065°, 123.3077° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.4 inches (1,838 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dumaguete
Dumaguete is a large city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 113,541. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Dumaguete
Dumaguete has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1861 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,747/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3065°N, 123.3077°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 16 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 124 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 150 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 5.7 in |
Dumaguete has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (2.3").
Colleges & Universities in Dumaguete
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMA Computer College | College | — | — |
| AMA Computer College | College | — | — |
| Asian College Dumaguete Campus | College | — | Visit → |
| Cebu Technological University - Ginatilan Extension | University | — | Visit → |
| Cebu Technological University - Oslob Extension | University | — | Visit → |
| College of Agriculture | College | — | — |
| College of Agriculture | College | — | — |
| Diaz College | College | — | — |
| Foundation University | University | — | Visit → |
| Holy Trinity College | College | — | — |
| Institute of Environmental & Marine Sciences | College | — | — |
| Main Campus | University | — | — |
| Metro Dumaguete College | College | — | — |
| Negros Maritime College Foundation Inc. | College | — | — |
| Negros Oriental State University | University | — | Visit → |
| Negros Oriental State University - Main Campus II | University | — | Visit → |
| Negros Oriental State University - Pamplona Extension | University | — | Visit → |
| North Campus | University | — | — |
| Presbyterian Theological College | College | — | Visit → |
| Saint Joseph Seminary College | College | 1959 | — |
| Silliman University | University | — | — |
| Silliman University | University | — | Visit → |
| Silliman University Agriculture & Marine Biology Campus | University | — | — |
| St. Paul University Dumaguete | University | — | Visit → |
| STI College Dumaguete | College | — | Visit → |
| Villaflores College | College | — | — |
Schools in Dumaguete
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumaguete City National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Magsaysay Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Louis School - Don Bosco | — | — | — | — |
| City Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Piapi High School | — | — | — | — |
| North City Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| West City Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| West City Science Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| West City Exceptional Child Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
| ABC Learning Center Dumaguete Campus 2 | — | — | — | — |
| ABC Learning Center Dumaguete | — | — | — | — |
| Little Village Educational Foundation, Inc. | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Cross High School | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Santa Catalina de Alejandria | — | — | — | — |
| Negros Oriental Montessori International School | — | — | — | — |
| Dumaguete UCCP Learning Center | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary School Department | — | — | — | — |
| Batinguel Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calindagan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amador Dagudag Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Candau-ay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Siloam International Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| High School Department | — | — | — | — |
| Negros Oriental High School | — | — | — | — |
| Taclobo National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial Dumaguete Science High School | — | — | — | — |
| Team Skills | — | — | — | — |
| Dumaguete Mission School | — | — | — | — |
| Living Word Christian School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dumaguete
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Dumaguete
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cata-al World War Ⅱ Museum | ||||
| Museo Oslob | ||||
| Museo Vicente | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Dumaguete | ||||
| Rodolfo B. Gonzales Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Seashell Museum | ||||
| Silliman Anthropology Museum | ||||
| Whale Bone Museum |
Libraries in Dumaguete
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlan Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balili Barangay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bulak Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumaguete City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Negros Oriental Library Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dumaguete
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlan Public Market | |||||
| Bacong Public Market | |||||
| Bagacay Farmers' Market | |||||
| Daro Satellite Market | |||||
| Dauin Mega Market | |||||
| Dumaguete City Public Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish With Debones Service | |||||
| Malatapay Market | |||||
| Mangnao Wet Market | |||||
| Oslob Public Market | |||||
| Pamplona New Public Market | |||||
| Public Market Building № 2 | |||||
| Samboan Public Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market | |||||
| San Juan Public Market | |||||
| Santander Public Market | |||||
| Sibulan Public Market | |||||
| Tanjay Public Market | |||||
| Valencia Public Market | |||||
| Zamboanguita Public Market |
Hotels in Dumaguete
62 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dumaguete
113 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dumaguete
62 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Dumaguete
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Dumaguete
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Dumaguete
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dumaguete
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dumaguete
8 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dumaguete
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dumaguete
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dumaguete
28 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dumaguete
49 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dumaguete
7 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dumaguete
7 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dumaguete
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dumaguete
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Dipolog Airport | DPL | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dumaguete
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| AP Cargo | |
| DHL | |
| Dumaguete City Post Office | |
| JRS Express | |
| LBC | |
| LBC | |
| LBC | |
| LBC |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dumaguete
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jama'ah Mosque | |
| Calvary Chapel | |
| Candau-ay Mission Church | |
| Chapel of the Evangel | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Dumaguete Christian Church | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| First Evangelical Church of Christ | |
| Iglesia Filipina Independiente | |
| Imam Khomeini Islamic Center | |
| jesus cares fellowship | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lokal ng Dumaguete City, Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Mary Immaculate Church | |
| Masavilla Chapel | |
| Open Door Church | |
| Our Mother of Perpetual Help (Redemptorist) Parish | |
| Saint Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral | |
| Saint John the Bapist |
Quick Facts
Around Dumaguete
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dumaguete
6 places within 15 km
- • Dauin South
- • Dumaguete Lighthouse
- • Mount Guintabon
- • Mount Malindog
- • Yagumyum Peak
- • Sanayon
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What is the population of Dumaguete?
Dumaguete has a population of 113,541 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 8,747 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dumaguete?
Dumaguete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.4 inches.