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Kitcharao, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Kitcharao is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 7,213. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

7,213 Population 109/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
150.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Kitcharao

Kitcharao

Kitcharao, officially the Municipality of Kitcharao, is a municipality in the province of Agusan del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 21,278 people.

People

Population7,213
Density109/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain150.0 in/yr
Sunny Days120/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population7,213
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates9.4550°, 125.5731°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation150.0 inches (3,810 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kitcharao

Kitcharao is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 7,213. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 150.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Kitcharao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 150.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days120 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area66.4 sq mi (171.9 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates9.4550°N, 125.5731°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 150.0"
295% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 24.65"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,424 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 119 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 102 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 150 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 108 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 84 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 78 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 52 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 44 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 81 km
Apr 24, 1991 50 km ENE of Aras-asan, Philippines M6.3 136 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 69 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 107 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 78 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 92 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 70 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 87 km
Nov 5, 1996 27 km E of Union, Philippines M6.0 93 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 114 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 97 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 150 km
2021 Rai Category 5 77 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 295 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 194 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 249 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 272 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 154 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 153 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 210 km
2006 Utor Category 1 202 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 270 km
2005 Roke Category 1 192 km
2004 Nida Category 4 263 km
1998 Faith Category 1 263 km
1995 Zack Category 2 117 km
1995 Sibyl Category 1 277 km
1994 Axel Category 4 150 km
1994 Owen Category 1 87 km
1993 Nell Category 1 27 km
1990 Mike Category 4 95 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.1 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 102 km
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (100 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 100 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 103 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 24.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 18.0 in
March 78°F (25°C) 15.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Driest
September 80°F (26°C) 6.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.6 in
November 78°F (26°C) 15.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 21.3 in

Kitcharao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 150.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (24.7") and August the driest (6.5").

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Schools in Kitcharao

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Immaculate Heart of Mary Academy
Hinimbangan Elementary School
San Roque Elementary School
Mahayahay Elementary School
Kitcharao Central Elementary School
Kitcharao National High School
Jaliobong National High School
Jaliobong Elementary School
P.C. Reyes Elementary School
San Isidro Elementary School
BLISS Elementary School
Jose Bermudez Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Kitcharao

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yes The Best Iligan MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in Kitcharao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bad-as Public Market
Campo Public Market
Claver Public Market
Kitcharao Public Market
Mainit Public Market
San Isidro Public Market
Sison Public Market

Restaurants in Kitcharao

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hilltop Foodhaus
Missile Artillery Kitchenery

Bus Stations in Kitcharao

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kitcharao Transport Terminal

Gas Stations in Kitcharao

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kan Gen Gas Station
PH #5474791523

Banks in Kitcharao

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EastWest Bank

Airports Near Kitcharao

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Surigao AirportSUGMedium Airport
Tandag AirportTDGMedium Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) AirstripSmall Airport
Limasawa AirstripSmall Airport
Siargao AirportIAOSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kitcharao

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Cristo
Iglesia ni Cristo
Iglesia ni Cristo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
168 m (551 ft)
Area
171.9 km² (66.4 mi²)
Postal Code
8609
Website
kitcharaoadn.gov.ph

🇵🇭 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 Kitcharao

What is the population of Kitcharao?

Kitcharao has a population of 7,213 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 66.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kitcharao?

Kitcharao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 150.0 inches.

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