Santa Magdalena, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Santa Magdalena is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 17,400. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Santa Magdalena
Santa Magdalena, officially the Municipality of Santa Magdalena, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 17,400 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,400 |
| Population Density | 1,036 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6480°, 124.1093° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.6 inches (2,835 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Magdalena
Santa Magdalena is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 17,400. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Magdalena
Santa Magdalena has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2855 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,036/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6480°N, 124.1093°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 54 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 15 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 133 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
Santa Magdalena has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 111.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (15.9") and April the driest (4.7").
Schools in Santa Magdalena
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Magdalena Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Magdalena National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Alig-igan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Rafael Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manangkas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Uson Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talaonga National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Talaonga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cawayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bilaoyon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salvacion Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Santa Magdalena
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bespren Radio | pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Legazpi | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| OK-FM Sorsogon | - | MP3 73 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Magdalena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulusan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Magdalena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan Public Market | |||||
| Bulusan Public Market | |||||
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Matnog Wet Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Santa Magdalena Public Market |
Hotels in Santa Magdalena
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Magdalena
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Magdalena
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Magdalena
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Magdalena
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| St. Mary Magdalene Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Santa Magdalena?
Santa Magdalena has a population of 17,400 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,036 people per square mile, spread across 16.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Magdalena?
Santa Magdalena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 111.6 inches.
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