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San Sebastian, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
San Sebastian is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,795. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About San Sebastian
San Sebastián or Donostia, officially known by the bilingual name Donostia / San Sebastián, is a city and municipality located in the Basque Autonomous Community in Spain. It lies on the coast of the Bay of Biscay, 20 km from the France–Spain border. The capital city of the province of Gipuzkoa, it has a population of 188,487 as of 2024, with its metropolitan area being 436,500 in 2010. Locals call themselves donostiarra (singular) in Basque, also using this term when speaking in Spanish. It is also a part of Basque Eurocity Bayonne-San Sebastián.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,795 |
| Population Density | 95 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6233°, 120.3635° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.9 inches (2,589 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Sebastian
San Sebastian is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,795. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 29.6 sq mi (76.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6233°N, 120.3635°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 | — | 129 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 50 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 16 | 86 km |
| 1934 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (85 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 22.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 26.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in |
San Sebastian has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in San Sebastian
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Sebastian Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Sebastian National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Calay-ab Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Binalayangan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naglaoa-an National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Naglaoa-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mindoro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Sebastian
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Laoag | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Tuguegarao | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Bangued | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in San Sebastian
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Museum | ||||
| Crisologo Museum | ||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library & Museum | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Ilocos |
Libraries in San Sebastian
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library and Museum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Sebastian
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabugao Public Market | |||||
| JTC Supermart | |||||
| Magsingal Public Market | |||||
| Narvacan Farmers Market | |||||
| Narvacan Public Market | |||||
| Pamilihang Bayan ng Sinait | |||||
| San Ildefonso Public Market | |||||
| San Juan Public Market | |||||
| Santa Public Market | |||||
| Santo Domingo Mall | |||||
| Sinait Public Market | |||||
| Vigan City Public Market |
Airports Near San Sebastian
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Sebastian?
San Sebastian has a population of 2,795 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 29.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Sebastian?
San Sebastian has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.