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San Nicolas, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
San Nicolas is a mid-size city in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 34,237. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About San Nicolas
San Nicolas, officially the Municipality of San Nicolas, is a 1st Class municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 39,116 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,237 |
| Population Density | 113 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1725°, 120.5953° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.4 inches (2,093 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Nicolas
San Nicolas is a mid-size city in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 34,237. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in San Nicolas
San Nicolas has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Jan (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2207 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 302.6 sq mi (783.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 113/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1725°N, 120.5953°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 65 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 76 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 29 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 117 km |
| 1627 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 152 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 11.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 16.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 19.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 13.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in |
San Nicolas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (19.7") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in San Nicolas
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atty. Sixto Pedro Memorial Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Seminary | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Rosa Academy | - | - | - | - |
| San Nicolas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Filipinas East Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Nicolas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Darayday Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cayetano Bumanglag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balatong Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Cavit-Araniw Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gabu National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Faustino Reyes Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Eladio V. Barangan Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amarosa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catuguing Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Filipinas West Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in San Nicolas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malacanang Ti Amianan | ||||
| Marcos Museum | ||||
| Marcos Museum | ||||
| Museo de Bacarra | ||||
| Museo Ilocos Norte | ||||
| TOID (A Museum of the Cordileras) |
Libraries in San Nicolas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MMSU University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Social Hall & Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Nicolas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacarra Public Market & Food Terminal/Bagsakan Center | |||||
| Bagsakan Center | |||||
| Banna Public Market | |||||
| Batac Public Market | |||||
| BuyPass Minimart | |||||
| EVER BAZAR & GROCERY | |||||
| Gingbie's Grocery | |||||
| Iodized Salt (road-side stores) | |||||
| Laoag City Public Market and Commercial Complex | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Old Bacarra Public Market | |||||
| Old Public Market | |||||
| Pasuquin Public Market | |||||
| San Nicolas Public Market | |||||
| Sarrat Public Market | |||||
| Solsona Public Market | |||||
| Vintar Public Market |
Hotels in San Nicolas
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Nicolas
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Nicolas
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in San Nicolas
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Nicolas
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Nicolas
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Nicolas
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in San Nicolas
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Nicolas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Nicolas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fuga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jose Paredes Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Mabag Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Taggat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Nicolas
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aglipayan Church | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal ng San Nicolas | |
| St. Nicholas Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Nicolas?
San Nicolas has a population of 34,237 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 113 people per square mile, spread across 302.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Nicolas?
San Nicolas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.4 inches.