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Socorro, Philippines
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Socorro is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 9,743. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Socorro
Socorro, officially the Municipality of Socorro, is an island municipality in the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 25,942 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,743 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.6181°, 125.9660° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 173.3 inches (4,402 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Socorro
Socorro is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 9,743. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 173.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 120 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 215.5 sq mi (558.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.6181°N, 125.9660°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.1 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 140 km |
| 1952 | E. OF MINDANO, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 141 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (111 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 111 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 149 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 30.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 24.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 18.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 25.5 in |
Socorro has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 173.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (30.5") and August the driest (5.4").
Schools in Socorro
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Socorro National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Don Albino Taruc Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Atoyay National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Atoyay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Honrado Community Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lanit-ag Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Roque Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Socorro Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bay-ang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pamosaingan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Del Pilar Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Songkoy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nueva Elementary Estrella National High School | — | — | — | — |
| N. Sering Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pamosaingan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sudlon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nueva Estrella Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Socorro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baybayin Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Socorro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claver Public Market | |||||
| Fruit and vegetable stalls / market both sides of roads | |||||
| Pilar Public Market | |||||
| Taganito Public Market |
Hotels in Socorro
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Socorro
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bancasi Airport | BXU | Medium Airport |
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Tandag Airport | TDG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Socorro?
Socorro has a population of 9,743 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 215.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Socorro?
Socorro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 173.3 inches.