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Placer, Philippines
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Placer is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 10,443. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Placer
Placer, officially the Municipality of Placer, is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 29,616 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,443 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.6581°, 125.6015° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 150.0 inches (3,811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Placer
Placer is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 10,443. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 150.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Placer
Placer has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 3747 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 126 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 2,869.2 sq mi (7,431.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.6581°N, 125.6015°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 | 133 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 81 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 114 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 25.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 16.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 22.0 in |
Placer has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 150.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (25.6") and August the driest (5.9").
Colleges & Universities in Placer
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caraga Institute of Technology | College | — | — |
| SSCT Claver Extension | College | — | — |
| Surigao del Norte State University - Claver Extension | University | — | — |
Schools in Placer
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Romero Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bugas-bugas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Suyoc Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Placer National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Placer West Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amoslog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagbongabong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bad-as Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mindanao EF Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Placer Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Macalaya Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lakandula Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ellaperral Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lakandula National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sani-sani Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Placer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surigaonon Heritage Center |
Farmers Markets in Placer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad-as Public Market | |||||
| Campo Public Market | |||||
| Claver Public Market | |||||
| Kitcharao Public Market | |||||
| Mainit Public Market | |||||
| RIPROCO ARB Marketing | |||||
| San Isidro Public Market | |||||
| Sison Public Market | |||||
| Surigao City Public Market | |||||
| Taganito Public Market |
Cafes in Placer
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Placer
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Placer
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bancasi Airport | BXU | Medium Airport |
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Tandag Airport | TDG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Placer
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lokal ng Lakandula | |
| San Vicente Ferrer Chapel | |
| Santisima Trinidad Parish Roman Catholic Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| United Pentecostal Church | |
| United Pentecostal Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Placer
What is the population of Placer?
Placer has a population of 10,443 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,869.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Placer?
Placer 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 82°F in July. The area receives 126 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 150.0 inches.