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Palapag, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Palapag is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 8,342. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palapag
Palapag, officially the Municipality of Palapag, is a municipality in the province of Northern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 34,954 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,342 |
| Population Density | 120 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.5458°, 125.1147° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.6 inches (3,495 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palapag
Palapag is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 8,342. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 125 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 69.3 sq mi (179.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.5458°N, 125.1147°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 95 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 74 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 120 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 104 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 118 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 130 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 17.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 12.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 14.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 20.9 in | Wettest |
Palapag has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 137.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.9") and April the driest (5.1").
Schools in Palapag
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osmeña Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Paysud Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabariwan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapno Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Benigno S. Aquino, Jr. Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Napo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Natawo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Campedico Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bukid Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabaras Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matambag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palapag I Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagacay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capacujan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Capacujan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sangay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Doña Pomposa Gorgonia Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Binay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| B. Quibal Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sumoroy Agro-Industrial School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palapag
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Palapag
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Palapag Public Market |
Restaurants in Palapag
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Palapag
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palapag
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palapag
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| offices of different Christian religious organizations | |
| Palapag Church |
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What is the population of Palapag?
Palapag has a population of 8,342 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 69.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palapag?
Palapag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.6 inches.