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Gigaquit, Philippines
Caraga · Philippines
Gigaquit is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 3,064. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gigaquit
Gigaquit, officially the Municipality of Gigaquit, is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 21,856 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,064 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5944°, 125.6975° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 163.6 inches (4,155 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gigaquit
Gigaquit is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 3,064. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 163.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Gigaquit
Gigaquit 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 | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 121 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 53.3 sq mi (138.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5944°N, 125.6975°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 | 144 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 111 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 93 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 121 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 28.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 21.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 17.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 17.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 23.9 in |
Gigaquit has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 163.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (28.4") and August the driest (5.8").
Schools in Gigaquit
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anibongan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gigaquit National School of Home Industries | - | - | - | - |
| Gigaquit Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Augustine Institute | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Villafranca Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Villaflor Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mahanub Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nagubat Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Gigaquit
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surigaonon Heritage Center |
Farmers Markets in Gigaquit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad-as Public Market | |||||
| Campo Public Market | |||||
| Claver Public Market | |||||
| Kitcharao Public Market | |||||
| Mainit Public Market | |||||
| RIPROCO ARB Marketing | |||||
| San Isidro Public Market | |||||
| Sison Public Market | |||||
| Surigao City Public Market | |||||
| Taganito Public Market |
Cafes in Gigaquit
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gigaquit
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bancasi Airport | BXU | Medium Airport |
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Tandag Airport | TDG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gigaquit
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Augustine Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Gigaquit?
Gigaquit has a population of 3,064 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 53.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gigaquit?
Gigaquit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 163.6 inches.