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Sulangan, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Sulangan is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,582. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Sulangan
Guiuan, officially the Municipality of Guiuan, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. It constitutes the southeastern extremity of Samar Island and some adjacent islands, surrounded by Leyte Gulf and the Philippine Sea, two major bodies of water that makes the town the surfing capital of the Visayas. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 52,749 people, making it the most populous municipality in Eastern Samar and the second most populous administrative division in the entire province after the capital city Borongan.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,582 |
| Population Density | 423 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1373°, 123.7228° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.4 inches (1,840 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sulangan
Sulangan is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 4,582. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.4°F |
| 53% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 423/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1373°N, 123.7228°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 139 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 98 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 103 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 185 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in |
Sulangan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 80°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Sulangan
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sungko Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moamboc Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sulangan Integrated School – Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Sulangan Integrated School – Secondary | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Sulangan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bantayan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sulangan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atop-atop Satellite Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market Fruit Stalls | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market Vegetable & Dried Seafoods Section | |||||
| Bantayan Wet Market | |||||
| Binabag Public Market | |||||
| Ilihan Public Market | |||||
| Kawit Public Market | |||||
| Madridejos Public Market | |||||
| Medellin Public Market | |||||
| San Remigio Public Market | |||||
| Tambongon Public Market |
Airports Near Sulangan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Sulangan?
Sulangan has a population of 4,582 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 423 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sulangan?
Sulangan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.4 inches.