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Sabang, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Sabang is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,522. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3,522 Population 11/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
110.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Sabang

Sabang

Calbayog, officially the City of Calbayog, is a component city in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 187,848 people.

People

Population3,522
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain110.9 in/yr
Sunny Days140/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population3,522
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates12.0746°, 124.5414°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation110.9 inches (2,816 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sabang

Sabang is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,522. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Sabang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 110.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days140 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area311.4 sq mi (806.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates12.0746°N, 124.5414°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 110.9"
192% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 14.41"
Driest Month (Mar) 5.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,251 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 113 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 90 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 102 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 121 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 99 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 113 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 150 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 106 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 108 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 80 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 51 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 135 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 99 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 79 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 98 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 90 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 125 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 78 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 63 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 216 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 110 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 170 km
2021 Rai Category 5 223 km
2021 Surigae Category 4 287 km
2020 Goni Category 5 172 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 281 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 26 km
2020 Molave Category 1 150 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 93 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 71 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 159 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 226 km
2015 Melor Category 4 59 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 138 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 18 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 101 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 123 km
2010 Conson Category 1 250 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 49 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 113 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 51 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 150 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 61 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 94 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 126 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 9.5 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
March 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in Driest
April 80°F (26°C) 5.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in
November 79°F (26°C) 14.4 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 13.8 in

Sabang has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 110.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.4") and March the driest (5.2").

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Schools in Sabang

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bontay Elementary School
Lonoy Elementary School
Cabacungan Elementary School
Sinidman Occidental Elementary School
Mag-Ubay Elementary School
Sinidman Oriental Primary School
Nabang Elementary School
Limarayon Elementary School
Acedillo Elementary School
Cahumpan Elementary School
Cagsalaosao Elementary School
Trinidad Central Elementary School
Trinidad National High School
Basud Elementary School
Mag-Ubay National High School
Palanas Cara Primary School
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Museums in Sabang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Franciscan Missionaries of Sacred Heart

Libraries in Sabang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Calbayog City Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sabang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Calbayog Fish Market
Calbayog Public Market
Mangroove Restaurant
Pagsanghan Public Market
Wet Market

Gas Stations in Sabang

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Sabang

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Batag AirportSmall Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
63 m (207 ft)
Area
880.7 km² (340.0 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
6710
Website
calbayog.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 Sabang

What is the population of Sabang?

Sabang has a population of 3,522 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 311.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sabang?

Sabang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.9 inches.

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