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Garchitorena, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Garchitorena is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 4,909. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4,909 Population 52/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
130.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Garchitorena

Garchitorena

Garchitorena, officially the Municipality of Garchitorena, is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 29,408 people.

People

Population4,909
Density52/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain130.7 in/yr
Sunny Days133/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population4,909
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates13.8804°, 123.6946°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation130.7 inches (3,319 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Garchitorena

Garchitorena is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 4,909. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Garchitorena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 130.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days133 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area94.1 sq mi (243.8 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates13.8804°N, 123.6946°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 130.7"
244% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 20.67"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

274 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 91 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 94 km
May 5, 2018 64 km NNW of Pandan, Philippines M6.1 81 km
Oct 1, 2024 62 km NE of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 125 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 92 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 21 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 74 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 73 km
Aug 19, 2004 15 km NW of Manamrag, Philippines M5.5 33 km
Oct 12, 1994 19 km ESE of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.4 94 km
Jul 30, 2001 6 km NE of Tigbao, Philippines M5.4 147 km
Feb 2, 2015 29 km NE of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.4 96 km
Jan 13, 2004 52 km ESE of Bato, Philippines M5.4 124 km
Apr 17, 1991 7 km N of Biri, Philippines M5.3 145 km
Jun 3, 2007 2 km E of Catabangan, Philippines M5.3 109 km
Feb 5, 2016 4 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M5.3 148 km
May 1, 2013 89 km NNE of Sabang Indan, Philippines M5.3 122 km
Aug 19, 1993 15 km NNE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M5.3 80 km
Jan 28, 2012 39 km SE of Bato, Philippines M5.3 111 km
Apr 29, 2010 9 km SW of Dalupaon, Philippines M5.2 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

97 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 67 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 48 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 297 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 197 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 195 km
2023 Saola Category 4 236 km
2022 Noru Category 5 125 km
2021 Surigae Category 4 283 km
2021 Conson Category 1 220 km
2020 Goni Category 5 44 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 72 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 125 km
2020 Molave Category 1 69 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 89 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 245 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 53 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 88 km
2015 Noul Category 5 195 km
2015 Melor Category 4 122 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 214 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1973 QUEZON Earthquake 1.3 m 15 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isarog (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 42 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 97 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 7.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 7.4 in
June 83°F (28°C) 9.4 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 9.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
September 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 16.1 in
November 80°F (26°C) 20.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 20.7 in Wettest

Garchitorena has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 130.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.7") and April the driest (6.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Garchitorena

Institution Type Founded Website
Partido State University University

Schools in Garchitorena

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lidong High School
San Antonio Primary School
Mansangat Primary School
Tamiawon Elementary School
Cagnipa Elementary School
Sagrada Primary School
Bahi Elementary School
Bahi High School
Ason Elementary School
San Vicente Elementary School
Magsaysay Primary School
Del Pilar Elementary School
Toytoy Integrated School
Garchitorena Central School
Lidong Elementary School
Pambuhan National High School
Pambuhan Primary School
Tinawagan Primary School
Canlong Elementary School
Lidong Elementary School
Culapnit Elementary School
Harrison Integrated School
Cagamutan Primary School
Burabod National High School
Burabod Elementary School
Dangla Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Garchitorena

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Naga MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Buhi AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Baao AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Sorsogon AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Garchitorena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Tigaon Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Garchitorena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tigaon Public Market

Theatres in Garchitorena

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garchitorena Open Court

Clinics in Garchitorena

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garchitorena Rural Health Unit

Bus Stations in Garchitorena

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raymond Bus Station
Superlines Bus Station

Airports Near Garchitorena

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daet AirportDTEMedium Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Apuao Grande Island AirstripSmall Airport
Lahuy AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garchitorena

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Divino Rostro Parish
New Creation in Christ World Mission
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
30 m (98 ft)
Area
243.8 km² (94.1 mi²)
Postal Code
4428

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Garchitorena

What is the population of Garchitorena?

Garchitorena has a population of 4,909 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 94.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Garchitorena?

Garchitorena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.7 inches.

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