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Ichon, Philippines
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Ichon is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,821. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ichon
Macrohon, officially the Municipality of Macrohon, is a municipality in the province of Southern Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 27,276 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,821 |
| Population Density | 78 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0950°, 124.9017° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.5 inches (2,653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ichon
Ichon is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,821. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 147 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 48.8 sq mi (126.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0950°N, 124.9017°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 71 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 44 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 41 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 102 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 164 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 197 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
Ichon has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 104.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.0") and April the driest (4.3").
Schools in Ichon
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fr. Justin Russolillo Preschool | - | - | - | - |
| San Joaquin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amparo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabini Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ichon
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTG RADIO | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Ichon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Mass Gallery |
Libraries in Ichon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malitbog Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Bernard Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southern Leyte Provincial Library & Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Waroeng Cottage Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ichon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiding's Store | |||||
| Bato Public Market | |||||
| Divisoria Wet Market | |||||
| Dry Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Liloan Wet Market | |||||
| Maasin City Wet Market | |||||
| Macrohon Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Fish Port | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Matalom Wet Market | |||||
| Padre Burgos Public Market | |||||
| Pangi Sunset Boulevard | |||||
| St. Bernard Public Market | |||||
| Sta Cruz Market | |||||
| ZAF Malitbog |
Hotels in Ichon
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ichon
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Danao Ultralight Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ichon
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Amparo Church | |
| Santo Niño Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ichon
What is the population of Ichon?
Ichon has a population of 3,821 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 48.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ichon?
Ichon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 147 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.5 inches.