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Mercedes, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Mercedes is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,463. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mercedes
Poro, officially the Municipality of Poro, is a municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 26,908 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,463 |
| Population Density | 60 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.6686°, 124.4021° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.0 inches (1,930 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mercedes
Mercedes is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,463. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 41.3 sq mi (106.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6686°N, 124.4021°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 | 70 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 58 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 96 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 99 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 142 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in |
Mercedes has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (2.9").
Schools in Mercedes
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pagsa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Esperanza Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Adela Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mercedes Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cagcagan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Luciano B. Rama, Sr. Memorial National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Rita Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Mactang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Mercedes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agora Market | |||||
| Esperanza Public Market | |||||
| Poro Public Market | |||||
| San Francisco Public Market | |||||
| Wednesday Market |
Hotels in Mercedes
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mercedes
11 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 |
| 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mercedes
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Ni Cristo | |
| Pagsa Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mercedes?
Mercedes has a population of 2,463 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 41.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mercedes?
Mercedes 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 82°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.0 inches.