Tago, Philippines
Caraga · Philippines
Tago is a mid-size city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 40,097. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°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 Tago
Tago, officially the Municipality of Tago, is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 39,831 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 40,097 |
| Population Density | 410 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.0211°, 126.2317° |
| 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 | 177.6 inches (4,512 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tago
Tago is a mid-size city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 40,097. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 177.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tago
Tago has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3807 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 97.8 sq mi (253.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 410/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.0211°N, 126.2317°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1929 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 102 km |
| 1952 | E. OF MINDANO, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 124 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 60 km |
| 1921 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | - | - | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 172 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 179 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 31.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 23.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 19.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 24.6 in |
Tago has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 177.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (31.5") and August the driest (6.3").
Schools in Tago
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Victoria Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Awasan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mga Bayani ng Pilipinas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Purisima National High School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tago
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tago
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Public Market | |||||
| Carmen Public Market | |||||
| Dagocdoc Talipapa | |||||
| Dagocdoc Talipapa | |||||
| Lanuza Public Market | |||||
| Luha Public Market | |||||
| Moonglow Public Market |
Airports Near Tago
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tandag Airport | TDG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sumifru Tagbina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| UDEV Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tago
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Nicolas de Tolentino Cathedral |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tago
What is the population of Tago?
Tago has a population of 40,097 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 410 people per square mile, spread across 97.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tago?
Tago 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. Annual rainfall totals 177.6 inches.
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