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Placer, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Placer is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 5,969. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,969 Population 80/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
89.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Placer

Placer

Placer, officially the Municipality of Placer, is a municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 56,658 people.

People

Population5,969
Density80/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain89.5 in/yr
Sunny Days174/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population5,969
Population Density80 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates11.8687°, 123.9184°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation89.5 inches (2,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Placer

Placer is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 5,969. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Placer has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 174 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days174 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area74.5 sq mi (193.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates11.8687°N, 123.9184°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 89.5"
136% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 11.22"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

447 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 113 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 140 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 38 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 50 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 43 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 149 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 134 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 136 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 34 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 113 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 130 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 132 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 20 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 59 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 128 km
Oct 12, 2000 10 km WNW of Catubig, Philippines M5.5 131 km
Mar 17, 2004 8 km WNW of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 117 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 131 km
Aug 15, 1999 23 km ESE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 37 km
Mar 1, 2020 6 km NNW of Guindapunan, Philippines M5.4 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 256 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 100 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 231 km
2021 Rai Category 4 199 km
2020 Goni Category 5 185 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 73 km
2020 Vamco Category 2 296 km
2020 Molave Category 1 171 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 127 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 36 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 182 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 275 km
2015 Melor Category 4 93 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 205 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 42 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 149 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 78 km
2010 Conson Category 1 272 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 23 km
2006 Durian Category 4 171 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 38 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 77 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 101 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 131 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 143 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 152 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 154 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 4.5 in
March 81°F (27°C) 3.7 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.2 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.8 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.2 in
August 83°F (28°C) 7.7 in
September 83°F (28°C) 9.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 10.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 11.2 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in

Placer has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.2") and April the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Placer

37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
San Marcos Elementary School - - - -
Cabangcalan Elementary School - - - -
Locso-an Elementary School - - - -
Taverna Elementary School - - - -
Luna Elementary School - - - -
Guadalupe Elementary School - - - -
Manlot-od Elementary School - - - -
Prudencio Martinez Elementary School - - - -
Taboc Elementary School - - - -
Tubod Elementary School - - - -
Bugtong Cawayan Elementary School - - - -
Ban-ao Elementary School - - - -
Aguada Elementary School - - - -
Matagangtang National High School - - - -
Matagangtang Elementary School - - - -
Doroteo B. Presno Elementary School - - - -
Burabod Elementary School - - - -
Lieutenant Nilo R. Inocencio Elementary School - - - -
Calumpang Elementary School - - - -
Naocondiot Elementary School - - - -
Baras Elementary School - - - -
Celera-Inocencio Central School - - - -
Placer SDA Multigrade School - - - -
Institute of the Orient - - - -
Guin-awayan Elementary School - - - -
Nagarao Elementary School - - - -
Tomas M. Conde Central School - - - -
Vivencio P. Casas, Sr. Memorial High School - - - -
Quibrada Elementary School - - - -
Allanaraiz-Marfil National High School - - - -
Sorosimbahan Elementary School - - - -
G. Bangalisan National High School - - - -
Mahayag Elementary School - - - -
M and R Lecciones Elementary School - - - -
Arriesgado-Sevilleno High School - - - -
Daraga Elementary School - - - -
Verdida-Sabrido National High School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Placer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Public Market

Gas Stations in Placer

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
FilOil
Fuel Express
Petron

Airports Near Placer

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Amoroy Airport-Small Airport
Bantayan Airport-Small Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Calanay Airport-Small Airport
Manato Airport-Small Airport
San Antonio Airport-Small Airport
Sicogon AirstripICOSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Placer

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady of Remedies Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
8 m (26 ft)
Area
193.0 km² (74.5 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
5408
Website
placer.gov.ph

🇵🇭 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 Placer

What is the population of Placer?

Placer has a population of 5,969 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 74.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Placer?

Placer has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.5 inches.

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