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Tagapul-an, Philippines
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Tagapul-an is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 9,139. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Tagapul-an
Tagapul-an, officially the Municipality of Tagapul-an, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 9,139 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,139 |
| Population Density | 124 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0500°, 124.1500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.0 inches (2,337 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tagapul-an
Tagapul-an is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 9,139. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0500°N, 124.1500°W |
| 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 | — | 15 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 72 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 81 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in |
Tagapul-an has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.4") and April the driest (3.5").
Schools in Tagapul-an
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinidad Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guinbarocan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baquiw Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manlangit Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Vicente Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagapul-an Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagapul-an National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Labangbaybay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baquiw National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mataluto Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pulangbato Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nipa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Luna Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balocawe Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Pantalan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Tagapul-an
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palanas Public Market |
Airports Near Tagapul-an
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tagapul-an
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Forever Praise Evangelical Church |
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What is the population of Tagapul-an?
Tagapul-an has a population of 9,139 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tagapul-an?
Tagapul-an has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 92.0 inches.