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Matabao, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Matabao is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 3,570. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3,570 Population 19/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
126.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Matabao

Matabao

Buenavista, officially the Municipality of Buenavista, is a municipality in the province of Agusan del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 68,892 people.

People

Population3,570
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain126.3 in/yr
Sunny Days122/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population3,570
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates8.9572°, 125.3994°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation126.3 inches (3,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matabao

Matabao is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 3,570. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Matabao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 126.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days122 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area183.6 sq mi (475.6 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates8.9572°N, 125.3994°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 126.3"
232% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 18.27"
Driest Month (Apr) 7.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,784 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 M6.8 118 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 126 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 112 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 121 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 117 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 102 km
Oct 25, 1990 13 km E of Tidman, Philippines M6.5 137 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 106 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 121 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 120 km
Apr 24, 1991 50 km ENE of Aras-asan, Philippines M6.3 147 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 89 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 136 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 138 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 137 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 145 km
Nov 5, 1996 27 km E of Union, Philippines M6.0 138 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 115 km
Nov 4, 1996 16 km ENE of Union, Philippines M5.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 208 km
2021 Rai Category 5 121 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 252 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 212 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 95 km
2008 Fengshen Category 1 269 km
2006 Utor Category 1 261 km
2005 Roke Category 1 236 km
1995 Zack Category 2 175 km
1994 Axel Category 4 206 km
1994 Owen Category 1 140 km
1993 Nell Category 1 86 km
1990 Mike Category 4 153 km
1988 Skip Category 4 226 km
1986 Marge Category 2 83 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 253 km
1984 Ike Category 4 83 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 161 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 6 118 km
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (84 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 84 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 149 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 18.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 12.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 11.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.5 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 15.7 in

Matabao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 126.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.3") and April the driest (7.3").

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Schools in Matabao

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malpoc Elementary School
Agong-ong National High School
Agong-ong Elementary School
Rizal National High School – Annex
Rizal Central Elementary School
Lomboyan Elementary School
Cubi-cubi Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Matabao

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yes The Best Iligan MP3 96 kbps
Love Radio Butuan MP3 256 kbps
Star FM Davao MP3

Museums in Matabao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balangay Shrine Museum
Balangay Shrine Museum
Balangay Shrine Museum
Museo de Balanghai
Museo de Balanghai
Museo de Balanghai
National Museum of the Philippines - Butuan
National Museum of the Philippines - Butuan
National Museum of the Philippines - Butuan

Libraries in Matabao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Butuan City Public Library0.0
Butuan City Public Library0.0
Butuan City Public Library0.0
Cabadbaran City Library0.0
Hon. Elisa R. Ochoa Learning Commons0.0
PSHS-CRC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Matabao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ampayon Public Market
Ampayon Public Market
Buenavista Market
Butuan Farmer's Market
Cabadbaran Public Market
Cabubuhan Public Market
Carmen Public Market
Langihan Public Market
Libertad Public Market
Libertad Public Market
Libertad Public Market
Magallanes Public Market
Mancao Market
RTR Public Market
Vinapor Public Market

Stadiums & Teams in Matabao

TeamLeagueDivision
Buenavista Kolesyum

Airports Near Matabao

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Camiguin AirportCGMMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) AirstripSmall Airport
Sumifru Tagbina AirportSmall Airport
UDEV AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Matabao

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alicia Birthing Clinic
Butuan Diagnostic and Medical Clinic
Butuan Diagnostic and Medical Clinic
Butuan Social Hygiene Clinic
Butuan Social Hygiene Clinic
Butuan Social Hygiene Clinic
Butuan Social Hygiene Clinic
Dr Joyce Aesthetics
Dr Joyce Aesthetics

Churches & Religious Organizations in Matabao

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Cristo
San Isidore Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
18 m (59 ft)
Area
475.6 km² (183.6 mi²)
Postal Code
8601

🇵🇭 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 Matabao

What is the population of Matabao?

Matabao has a population of 3,570 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 183.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matabao?

Matabao 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 81°F in July. The area receives 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.3 inches.

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