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Surigao, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Surigao is a mid-size city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 87,832. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

87,832 Population 280/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
138.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Surigao

Surigao

Surigao City, officially the City of Surigao, is a component city and capital of the province of Surigao del Norte, Philippines. It is the most populous settlement in the province with a population of 177,333 people according to the 2024 census.

People

Population87,832
Density280/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain138.6 in/yr
Sunny Days129/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population87,832
Population Density280 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates9.7890°, 125.4950°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation138.6 inches (3,521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Surigao

Surigao is a mid-size city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 87,832. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 138.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Surigao

Surigao has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 3747 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 22° / 28° 678.9
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 22.2° / 28.5° 461.9
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 22.5° / 29.3° 361.3
Apr 26.6°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.2° 210.6
May 27.5°C / 82°F 23.7° / 31.3° 125.3
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 23.5° / 31.1° 147.7
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31° 158.6
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31.3° 150.8
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31.2° 170.2
Oct 26.8°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.4° 254.8
Nov 27.2°C / 81°F 23.7° / 30.6° 417.7
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 23.5° / 30.2° 608.7
Surigao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 138.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days129 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area313.8 sq mi (812.8 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates9.7890°N, 125.4950°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 138.6"
265% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 22.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 5.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,364 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 149 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 88 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 96 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 99 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 94 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 14 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 31 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 90 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 31 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 52 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 93 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 61 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 121 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 97 km
Nov 5, 1996 27 km E of Union, Philippines M6.0 95 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 121 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 87 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 61 km
Feb 8, 2019 52 km E of Union, Philippines M5.9 119 km
Nov 4, 1996 16 km ENE of Union, Philippines M5.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

30 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 125 km
2021 Rai Category 5 49 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 259 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 159 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 222 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 235 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 121 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 185 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 177 km
2006 Utor Category 1 168 km
2006 Xangsane Category 1 290 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 240 km
2005 Roke Category 1 155 km
2004 Nida Category 4 238 km
1998 Faith Category 1 225 km
1995 Zack Category 2 82 km
1995 Sibyl Category 1 239 km
1994 Axel Category 4 113 km
1994 Owen Category 1 56 km
1993 Nell Category 1 15 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 114 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (63 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 63 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 111 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 139 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 22.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 16.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
April 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 20.2 in

Surigao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 138.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (22.9") and September the driest (5.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Surigao

Institution Type Founded Website
Northeastern Mindanao Colleges College
Saint Paul University Surigao Main University
San Sebastian College Recoletos Institute of Law College
SSCT Campus College
St. Paul University - Surigao University
St. Paul University System - San Nicolas Campus University
STI Surigao Building 1 College
STI Surigao Building 2 College
STI Surigao Building 3 College
Surigao del Norte College of Agriculture & Technology College
Surigao del Norte State University College Visit →
Surigao Education Center College

Schools in Surigao

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Surigao West Central Elementary School
Navarro Memorial Central Elementary School
Juan P. Cedro, Sr. Memorial High School
C.V. Diez Memorial Central Elementary School
Libuac National High School
Taft National High School – Annex
Canlanipa Elementary School
Ouano Elementary School
Surigao del Norte National High School
Surigao Special Science Elementary School
Caraga Regional Science High School
Alang-Alang Elementary School
Buenavista Elementary School
Surigao City National High School
Surigao City Central Elementary School
Mariano Espina Memorial Central Elementary School
Surigao City Pilot School
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Radio Stations near Surigao

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Surigao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Surigaonon Heritage Center

Farmers Markets in Surigao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bad-as Public Market
Campo Public Market
Claver Public Market
Pintuyan Public Market
RIPROCO ARB Marketing
San Isidro Public Market
San Jose Public Market
Sison Public Market
Surigao City Public Market

Hotels in Surigao

21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annex Hotel
Barton's
Bohol Travellers Inn
Boulevard Tourist Inn
Centrotel Citi Suites
E.Y. Suites
E.Y. Suites
Hotel Tavern
Hotel Tavern Annex
JVC Apartelle
Lix Hotel
Lokal Suites
Miami City Suites
Parkway Hotel
Parkway Hotel
Philippine Gateway Hotel
S.E.C. Mini Hotel & Pool
SLB Pension House
SLB Pensionne House
Solibao Hotel
Surigao Tourist Inn

Restaurants in Surigao

35 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alberto's Pizza
Ayah BBQ House
Bansay Portside
Baraks
Bebe's
Borjakai
Break Thru Grill & Restaurant
Bugsay
Chinggay Lugaway-Grill and Resto Bar
Chomp
Cinnamon Garden Inn & Restaurant
D District
Dodongs Stk House
Donia's Seafoods, Grill and Restaurant
Downtown Food Hub
Downtown Food Hub
Elian's Resto & Grill
Flavors
Gepulla Fastfoof
Harborside
Hideout Cafe
Inbox
Mandarin Tea Garden
Manzanitas Resto Bar
Maradjaw Restobar
Mario's Garden Grill and Restaurant
Michael's Cuisine
Pakalz
Polanko's Chicken Express
PV Grill
RJ's Inasal
Rotonda
Shierudon
Thirdy Eatery
Winstar Bulalo

Cafes in Surigao

23 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

30 Five
Art's Resto & Cafe
Boss Macchiato
Brewing Spot
Café Ethereal
Ceylon Coffee Club
EJ’s Garden By The Bay
HeadSpace Café
Jai Cafe and Grille
Kape Kup
Kopilism
Lōla Coffee Shop
Mister Donut
Moonleaf
Navarro Internet Cafe
Nita's Place
Starfrappe
Sulig
Teahub Branch II
The Habit
Timpla
Toffee Internet Cafe
Vita Bella

Clinics in Surigao

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benicare Diagnostic Center
Dumangas Medical and Diagnostic Clinic
Surigao Health Specialists

Dentists in Surigao

11 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calang Dental Clinic
Cinchez Dental Studio
Cruzado Dental Clinic
Dear Dental Clinic
Dedumo-Wilson Dental Care
Diegas Dental Clinic
Dr. Joie Bugar-Fernandez Dental Clinic
Enhaynes Dental Clinic
Maravelis Dental Laboratory
Smileline Dental Clinic
Surigao Dental Center

Veterinaries in Surigao

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Surigao Pet Doctors

Gas Stations in Surigao

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Caltex
G-Fuel
JETTI
Jetti
Petron
Petron
Petron
Petron
Petron
Shell

Banks in Surigao

20 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asia United Bank
BanKo
BDO
BDO
BDO Network Bank
BPI
Cantilan Bank
China Bank
Davao A+ Credit Corporation
Development Bank of the Philippines
EastWest Bank
Enterprise Bank
First Consolidated Bank
Landbank
Landbank
Metrobank
Philippine Business Bank
PNB
Rural Bank of Placer
Security Bank

Gyms in Surigao

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aquadance
Finess Point Gym
Tipsy Cow

Airports Near Surigao

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Surigao AirportSUGMedium Airport
Tandag AirportTDGMedium Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) AirstripSmall Airport
Hilongos AirportSmall Airport
Limasawa AirstripSmall Airport
Maasin AirportSmall Airport
Siargao AirportIAOSmall Airport

Post Offices in Surigao

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
DHL
Iris Cargo Forwarding
LBC
Surigao City Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Surigao

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bilang-bilang Church
Iglesia Philippine Independente
International Bible Baptist Church
Lokal ng Surigao City, Iglesia ni Cristo
Maranatha Gospel Church
Saint Vincent Ferrer Church
San Nicolas de Tolentino Cathedral
SMPI Chapel
Surigao Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Surigao Christ-Centered Bible Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
United Church of Christ in the Philippines
United Pentecostal Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
43 m (141 ft)
Area
245.3 km² (94.7 mi²)
Founded
1655
Postal Code
8400

Around Surigao

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 22
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 24
Restaurants 36
Cafes 25
Bars 3
Supermarkets 6
Banks 22
Hotels 19
Parks 3
Police Stations 2
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 8

Things to See Near Surigao

9 places within 15 km

🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Silop Cave
🗼 Lighthouses (3)
  • • Punta Bilar Lighthouse
  • • Rasa Island Lighthouse
  • • Surigao Lighthouse
⛰️ Peaks (5)
  • • Mount Catangban
  • • Mount Conico
  • • Mount Kasilihan
  • • Mount Magungung
  • • Mount Tendido

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Surigao

What is the population of Surigao?

Surigao has a population of 87,832 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 280 people per square mile, spread across 313.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Surigao?

Surigao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 138.6 inches.

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