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Margen, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Margen is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,813. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Margen
Ormoc, officially the City of Ormoc, is an independent component city in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 238,545 inhabitants, making it the second most-populous city in the province of Leyte after the provincial capital of Tacloban. Ormoc City is the economic, cultural, commercial and transportation hub of western Leyte.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,813 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.0172°, 124.5283° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.6 inches (2,377 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Margen
Margen is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,813. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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 93.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 236.9 sq mi (613.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.0172°N, 124.5283°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 | 65 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 142 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 56 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 111 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 8.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 10.1 in |
Margen has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.9") and April the driest (4.4").
Schools in Margen
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahayag Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Curva Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabaliwan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Margen Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Margen National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Domonar Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Minesite Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hinagbuan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Joaquin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cambacbac Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Belen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catigahan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Minesite National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Margen
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Margen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormoc City Museum |
Libraries in Margen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Margen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barangay Market | |||||
| Bunoy Dako | |||||
| Kananga Public Market | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Naungan Wet Market | |||||
| Ormoc City Public Market | |||||
| Palompon Wet Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Tarok Fish Port |
Gas Stations in Margen
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Margen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Margen
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Margen
What is the population of Margen?
Margen has a population of 2,813 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 236.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Margen?
Margen 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 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.6 inches.