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Matalom, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Matalom is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,335. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matalom
Matalom, officially the Municipality of Matalom, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 32,604 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,335 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.2831°, 124.7878° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.5 inches (2,400 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matalom
Matalom is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,335. 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 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 165 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 51.0 sq mi (132.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.2831°N, 124.7878°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 55 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 60 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 47 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 121 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 141 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in |
Matalom has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.2") and April the driest (3.4").
Schools in Matalom
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odias Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hipo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| J.P. Olo Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pong-on Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Altavista Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Templanza Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Euperfia Puda National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Taglibas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Monte Alegre Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matalom North Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Matalom National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Matalom
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTG RADIO | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Libraries in Matalom
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Malitbog Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southern Leyte Provincial Library & Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Waroeng Cottage Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matalom
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiding's Store | |||||
| Bato Public Market | |||||
| Bontoc Wet Market | |||||
| Cheremie's Dressed Chicken | |||||
| Divisoria Wet Market | |||||
| Dry Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Glen/Jasmin's Fish Stall | |||||
| Hilongos Public Market | |||||
| Hindang Public Market | |||||
| Inopacan Public Market | |||||
| LG's Meat Shop | |||||
| Lumber Wood | |||||
| Maasin City Wet Market | |||||
| Macrohon Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Fish Port | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Malitbog Public Market | |||||
| Matalom Wet Market | |||||
| New Wet Market | |||||
| Pangi Sunset Boulevard | |||||
| Sogod Public Market | |||||
| Sta Cruz Market | |||||
| Talisay Wet Market | |||||
| Wet Market | |||||
| ZAF Malitbog |
Cafes in Matalom
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matalom
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Matalom
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Danao Ultralight Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Matalom
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Matalom Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matalom
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Shrine | |
| Lokal ng Matalom, Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Mama Mary Grotto | |
| Reformed Baptist Church Christian Church of Matalom, Leyte | |
| Saint Joseph Parish Church | |
| Santo Niño Chapel |
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What is the population of Matalom?
Matalom has a population of 4,335 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 51.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matalom?
Matalom 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 82°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.5 inches.