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Tambalan, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Tambalan is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,162. Elevation: 1,362 ft (415 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,162 Population 40/sq mi density
1,362 ft Elevation 415 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
116.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Tambalan

Tambalan

Tayasan, officially the Municipality of Tayasan, is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 39,005 people.

People

Population2,162
Density40/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain116.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,362 ft (415 m)
Population2,162
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation1,362 ft (415 m)
Coordinates9.9085°, 123.0896°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation116.7 inches (2,964 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tambalan

Tambalan is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,162. The city sits at an elevation of 1,362 feet (415 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Tambalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,362 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Philippines avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,362 ft (415 m)
Area53.9 sq mi (139.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates9.9085°N, 123.0896°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 116.7"
207% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

497 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 113 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 16 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 110 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 127 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 3 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 111 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 146 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 131 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 10 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 68 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 67 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 129 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 25 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 129 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 148 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 54 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 90 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 142 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 99 km
Jul 11, 2011 28 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.3 104 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 78 km
2021 Rai Category 4 31 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 202 km
2014 Hagupit Category 3 273 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 158 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 94 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 204 km
2006 Utor Category 3 212 km
2005 Roke Category 1 135 km
1998 Faith Category 1 236 km
1995 Zack Category 2 100 km
1994 Axel Category 2 188 km
1994 Owen Category 1 104 km
1993 Manny Category 3 288 km
1993 Nell Category 1 102 km
1990 Mike Category 4 80 km
1988 Skip Category 4 235 km
1987 Phyllis Category 3 263 km
1986 Marge Category 1 176 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 177 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 16 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 56 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 74 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 84 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 97 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
April 80°F (26°C) 3.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 10.6 in
September 78°F (26°C) 10.6 in
October 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 9.3 in
December 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in

Tambalan has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and February the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Tambalan

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pinalubngan National High School
Cambaye Elementary School
Nabilog Elementary School
Tambulan Elementary School
Jilabangan Elementary School
Dalaupon Elementary School
Maglihe Elementary School
Pinalubngan Elementary School
Guincalaban Elementary School
Tabunan Elementary School
Lag-it Elementary School
Tambulan Community High School
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Radio Stations near Tambalan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
STARR Radio Tayasan MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tambalan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CPSU Museum

Libraries in Tambalan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CPSU Library0.0
CPSU Library0.0
Himamaylan Public Library0.0
HNHS Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tambalan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ayungon Public Market
Bindoy Public Market
Camingawan Public Market
Domolog Public Market
Guihulngan Mega Market
Jimalalud Public Market
La Libertad Public Market
Lumbangan Public Market
Mabinay Public Market
Manjuyod Public Market
Nabilog Public Market
New Himamaylan Public Market
Old Himamaylan Public Market
Talaptap Sunday Farmer's Market
Tayasan Public Market

Airports Near Tambalan

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Refugio AirstripSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
93 m (305 ft)
Area
154.2 km² (59.5 mi²)
Postal Code
6211

🇵🇭 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 Tambalan

What is the population of Tambalan?

Tambalan has a population of 2,162 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 53.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tambalan?

Tambalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.

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