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Macatbong, Philippines
Central Luzon · Philippines
Macatbong is a small town in Central Luzon, Philippines with a population of 2,727. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macatbong
Palayan, officially the City of Palayan, is a component city and capital of the province of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 47,883 people, making it the least populated city in the Philippines.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,727 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.5048°, 121.0791° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Luzon |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.8 inches (2,357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macatbong
Macatbong is a small town in Philippines (Central Luzon) with a population of 2,727. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Macatbong
Macatbong has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1878 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 39.2 sq mi (101.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.5048°N, 121.0791°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.3 m (14 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | 4.3 m | 15 | 74 km |
| 1990 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 2,412 | 22 km |
| 1999 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 5 | 146 km |
| 1937 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 1 | 121 km |
| 1880 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 20 | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Arayat (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Arayat | Stratovolcano | 1,026 m (3,366 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Pinatubo | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | 1993 | 89 km |
| Natib | Stratovolcano | 1,253 m (4,111 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Laguna Caldera | Caldera | 743 m (2,438 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Mariveles | Stratovolcano | 1,388 m (4,554 ft) | -2050 | 126 km |
| San Pablo Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | 1350 | 156 km |
| Banahaw | Complex | 2,158 m (7,080 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Taal | Caldera | 311 m (1,020 ft) | 2020 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 13.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 13.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in |
Macatbong has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.8") and February the driest (0.6").
Schools in Macatbong
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macatbong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manggahan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagong Buhay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aulo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malacañang Centro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Macatbong
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newsline Central Luzon 105.5 FM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FMR Central Luzon 105.5 | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| FMR Radyo Serbisyo 107.1 Pampanga | news, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WXB Loud 102.3 FM Pampanga | top 40, variety | AAC 211 kbps | |
| DWEE Islands FM 107.1 Pampanga | college radio, pop | AAC 211 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Baler | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Tarlac | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Macatbong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Museum |
Libraries in Macatbong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macatbong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliaga Public Market | |||||
| Bongabon Public Market | |||||
| Cabanatuan City Public Market | |||||
| Cabanatuan Temporary Public Market | |||||
| Gapan City Public Market | |||||
| Gapan Wet Market | |||||
| General Tinio Public Market | |||||
| Jaen Old Public Market | |||||
| Jaen Public Market | |||||
| Llanera Public Market | |||||
| Mayapyap Public Market | |||||
| Mayapyap Public Market | |||||
| Muñoz City Public Market | |||||
| New CLSU Marketing Center | |||||
| Palayan City Public Market | |||||
| Provincial Market | |||||
| Provincial Market | |||||
| Rizal Public Market | |||||
| San Antonio Public Market | |||||
| San Isidro Public Market | |||||
| San Leonardo Public Market | |||||
| Sangitan Public Market | |||||
| Sangitan Temporary Market | |||||
| Santa Rosa Public Market | |||||
| Santo Domingo Public Market | |||||
| Talavera Public Market |
Hotels in Macatbong
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Macatbong
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Macatbong
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Macatbong
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base | CRK | Large Airport |
| Dr. Juan C. Angara Airport | BQA | Medium Airport |
| Bamban Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Basa Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Binalonan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bitulok Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cabaluyan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carmen (Rosales) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cojuangco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Magsaysay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ibonan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nampicuan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Omni Aviation Company (OAC) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| PAL Aviation and Omni Runway | - | Small Airport |
| Pinili Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Plaridel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pradera Verde Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Samal (Bataan 2020) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woodland Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Woodland Airpark | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Macatbong
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macatbong
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Imaculate Concepcion Chapel | |
| Members Chirch of God International |
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What is the population of Macatbong?
Macatbong has a population of 2,727 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 39.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macatbong?
Macatbong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.8 inches.