Gamu, Philippines
Cagayan Valley · Philippines
Gamu is a mid-size city in Cagayan Valley, Philippines with a population of 30,850. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 80°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 Gamu
Gamu, officially the Municipality of Gamu, is a municipality in the province of Isabela, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 30,850 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,850 |
| Population Density | 618 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0498°, 121.8360° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cagayan Valley |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.6 inches (2,021 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gamu
Gamu is a mid-size city in Philippines (Cagayan Valley) with a population of 30,850. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Gamu
Gamu has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 3134 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 50.0 sq mi (129.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 618/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0498°N, 121.8360°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.3 m (14 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | 4.3 m | 15 | 142 km |
| 1968 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 270 | 72 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 120 km |
| 1880 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 20 | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 134 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.1 in |
Gamu has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 79.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.2") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Gamu
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamu Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Buenavista Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Rosa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Songsong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guibang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gamu
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM Baguio | - | AAC | |
| Love Radio Santiago | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Santiago | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Santiago (M3U) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Candon | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Gamu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Ilagan Museum |
Farmers Markets in Gamu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Public Market | |||||
| Cabatuan Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan City Public Market | |||||
| Mallig Public Market | |||||
| Naguilian Public Market | |||||
| Roxas Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Mariano Public Market | |||||
| San Mateo Public Market | |||||
| Tumauini Public Market, San Pedro Tumauni, Isabela |
Stadiums & Teams in Gamu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gamu
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cauayan Airport | CYZ | Medium Airport |
| Tuguegarao Airport | TUG | Medium Airport |
| Bagabag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bicobian Bay Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cordon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dilasag Airport | DSG | Small Airport |
| Dinapigue Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maconacon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palanan Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salolwan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gamu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| National Shrine of Our Lady of The Visitation of Guibang | |
| Our lady of guibang | |
| Saint Rose of Lima Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gamu
What is the population of Gamu?
Gamu has a population of 30,850 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 618 people per square mile, spread across 50.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gamu?
Gamu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 79.6 inches.
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