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Macaas, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Macaas is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,703. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,703 Population 9/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
62.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Macaas

Macaas

Sogod, officially the Municipality of Sogod, is a municipality located in the northeastern part of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 40,746 people.

People

Population2,703
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain62.9 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,703
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates10.6989°, 124.0115°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation62.9 inches (1,598 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Macaas

Macaas is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,703. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Macaas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.4°F
51% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area313.1 sq mi (811.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates10.6989°N, 124.0115°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.9"
66% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.19"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

536 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 9, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 92 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 129 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 118 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 127 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 83 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 135 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 147 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 146 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 141 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 90 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 102 km
May 6, 1991 8 km ENE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.7 148 km
Jan 22, 2025 3 km NNW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.7 142 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 107 km
May 3, 2024 27 km SSW of Balangiga, Philippines M5.7 146 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 88 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 134 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 100 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 109 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 32 km
2021 Rai Category 4 70 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 186 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 256 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 101 km
2015 Melor Category 4 221 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 236 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 151 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 262 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 65 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 204 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 114 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 252 km
2006 Utor Category 3 102 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 200 km
2005 Roke Category 1 32 km
2004 Nida Category 5 273 km
2000 Xangsane Category 1 294 km
1998 Faith Category 1 144 km
1995 Zack Category 2 24 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 170 112 km
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 118 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mandalagan (83 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 83 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 86 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 98 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 101 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 108 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 140 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 181 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 2.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 6.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 6.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 5.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
December 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in

Macaas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Macaas

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Macaas Elementary School - - - -
Tinabyonan Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Macaas

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Cebu - MP3 128 kbps
Star FM 95.5 Cebu music, news MP3
Yes The Best Cebu - MP3 64 kbps
All Radio 97.1 Cebu music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
DYAB One Radyo 1512 AM news, talk AAC 463 kbps
Radyo Natin Pinamungajan - AAC 64 kbps
Radio Disney Philippines - Cebu FM 87.5 pop MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Macaas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Borbon Public Market
Carmen Public Market
Catmon Public Market
Catmondaan Public Market
Danao City Public Market
Ilihan Public Market
Lugo Public Market
Sogod Public Market
Tabogon Public Market
Tabuelan Public Market
Tuburan Public Market
Tuburan Public Market
Vegetable Market

Restaurants in Macaas

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Duko Duko Native Chicken

Gas Stations in Macaas

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Miller Gas Station

Airports Near Macaas

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mactan Cebu International AirportCEBLarge Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Bantayan Airport-Small Airport
Camotes Airstrip-Small Airport
Danao Ultralight Airport-Small Airport
Hilongos Airport-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
Refugio Airstrip-Small Airport
Ubay Community Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
98 m (322 ft)
Area
119.2 km² (46.0 mi²)
Founded
1921
Postal Code
6007

🇵🇭 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 Macaas

What is the population of Macaas?

Macaas has a population of 2,703 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 313.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Macaas?

Macaas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.9 inches.

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