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Salcedo, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Salcedo is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,603. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3,603 Population 82/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
136.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Salcedo

Salcedo

Salcedo, officially the Municipality of Salcedo, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,335 people.

People

Population3,603
Density82/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain136.7 in/yr
Sunny Days125/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population3,603
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates11.1469°, 125.6650°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation136.7 inches (3,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Salcedo

Salcedo is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,603. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Salcedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 136.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days125 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area43.9 sq mi (113.8 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates11.1469°N, 125.6650°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 136.7"
260% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 19.92"
Driest Month (Aug) 5.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,067 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Aug 31, 2012 89 km E of Sulangan, Philippines M7.6 113 km
Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 102 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 96 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 141 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 104 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 87 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 140 km
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 84 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 71 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 48 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 128 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 86 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 112 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 119 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 93 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 92 km
May 24, 1995 23 km ENE of San Policarpo, Philippines M5.9 124 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 88 km
Aug 26, 1999 39 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M5.9 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 295 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 48 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 197 km
2021 Rai Category 5 133 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 294 km
2020 Goni Category 5 293 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 107 km
2020 Molave Category 1 268 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 201 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 7 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 262 km
2015 Melor Category 4 151 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 85 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 84 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 173 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 46 km
2011 Songda Category 4 283 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 40 km
2006 Durian Category 4 241 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 140 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 83 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 102 km
2012 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 1 113 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 104 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 90 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 108 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 19.2 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.3 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 18.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 19.9 in Wettest

Salcedo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 136.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.9") and August the driest (5.3").

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Schools in Salcedo

33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Balud Elementary School
Camanga Elementary School
Karapdapan Elementary School
Palanas Elementary School
Naparaan Elementary School
Burak Elementary School
Niño Jesus Primary School
Bagtong Central Elementary School
Guba Primary School
Cantomoja Elementary School
Salcedo Central Elementary School
Malbog Elementary School
Alog Elementary School
Salcedo National High School
Bugay Primary School
Salcedo Vocational High School
College Elementary School
Abejao Elementary School
Talangdawan Elementary School
Buabua Elementary School
Asgad Elementary School
Jagnaya Elementary School
Banuyo Elementary School
San Jose Primary School
Bobon National High School
Bobon Elementary School
Butig Elementary School
Mercedes Central School
Mercedes High School
San Roque Primary School
Lusod Elementary School
Iberan Elementary School
Seguinon Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Salcedo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KJM 94.3 FM AAC 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Salcedo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Guiuan Municipal Public Market
Mercedes Public Market
Pag-ibig Market
Public Market
Salcedo Public Market

Gas Stations in Salcedo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petron

Airports Near Salcedo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Guiuan AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
29 m (95 ft)
Area
113.8 km² (43.9 mi²)
Postal Code
6802
Website
salcedo-esamar.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 Salcedo

What is the population of Salcedo?

Salcedo has a population of 3,603 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 43.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Salcedo?

Salcedo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°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 136.7 inches.

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