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Tago, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Tago is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 6,300. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,300 Population 64/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
177.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Tago

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

Population6,300
Density64/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain177.6 in/yr
Sunny Days110/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population6,300
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates9.0211°, 126.2317°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation177.6 inches (4,512 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tago

Tago is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 6,300. 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.

Tago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 177.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days110 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area97.8 sq mi (253.3 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates9.0211°N, 126.2317°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 177.6"
367% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 31.46"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,669 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 32 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 75 km
Aug 2, 2024 20 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.8 102 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 49 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 50 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 131 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 99 km
Oct 25, 1990 13 km E of Tidman, Philippines M6.5 83 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 64 km
Apr 24, 1991 50 km ENE of Aras-asan, Philippines M6.3 56 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 147 km
Aug 3, 2024 44 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.3 113 km
Sep 15, 1997 23 km ESE of Barcelona, Philippines M6.2 112 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 23 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 58 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 133 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 127 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 86 km
Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 143 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 176 km
2021 Rai Category 5 107 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 220 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 265 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 190 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 141 km
2008 Fengshen Category 2 234 km
2006 Utor Category 1 235 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 279 km
2005 Roke Category 1 260 km
2004 Nida Category 4 251 km
1995 Zack Category 2 154 km
1994 Axel Category 4 199 km
1994 Owen Category 1 131 km
1993 Nell Category 1 42 km
1990 Mike Category 5 127 km
1988 Skip Category 4 194 km
1987 Phyllis Category 2 288 km
1986 Marge Category 2 53 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Tago

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 - - - -
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Libraries in Tago

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tago

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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.

AirportIATAType
Tandag AirportTDGMedium 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).

NameAddress
San Nicolas de Tolentino Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
6 m (20 ft)
Area
253.3 km² (97.8 mi²)
Founded
1918
Postal Code
8302
Website
tago.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Tago

What is the population of Tago?

Tago has a population of 6,300 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 64 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. The area receives 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 177.6 inches.

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