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Fuerte, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
Fuerte is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,558. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fuerte
Caoayan, officially the Municipality of Caoayan, is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 19,715 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,558 |
| Population Density | 264 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.5342°, 120.3695° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.9 inches (2,589 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fuerte
Fuerte is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,558. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 264/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5342°N, 120.3695°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 137 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 48 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 93 km |
| 1934 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 22.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 26.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in |
Fuerte has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Fuerte
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Governor Evaristo Singson II Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baggoc-Pantay Quitiquit Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Villamar Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pandan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salindeg Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fuerte Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cal-laguip Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caoayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pantay Quitiquit Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caparacadan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Vigan West National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulala-Paratong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fuerte
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Laoag | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Tuguegarao | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Bangued | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Fuerte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Museum | ||||
| Crisologo Museum | ||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library & Museum | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Ilocos |
Libraries in Fuerte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abra Provincial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burgos Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library and Museum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fuerte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JTC Supermart | |||||
| Magsingal Public Market | |||||
| Narvacan Farmers Market | |||||
| Narvacan Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| San Ildefonso Public Market | |||||
| San Juan Public Market | |||||
| Santa Public Market | |||||
| Santo Domingo Mall | |||||
| Vigan City Public Market |
Hotels in Fuerte
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fuerte
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Fuerte
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Fuerte
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fuerte
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Lokal ng Pandan, Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Our Lady of Hope Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fuerte
What is the population of Fuerte?
Fuerte has a population of 2,558 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fuerte?
Fuerte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.