Tapel, Philippines
Cagayan Valley · Philippines
Tapel is a mid-size city in Cagayan Valley, Philippines with a population of 41,994. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°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 Tapel
Gonzaga, officially the Municipality of Gonzaga, is a municipality located in the province of Cagayan, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 41,994.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,994 |
| Population Density | 651 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2891°, 122.0292° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cagayan Valley |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.3 inches (2,395 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tapel
Tapel is a mid-size city in Philippines (Cagayan Valley) with a population of 41,994. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tapel
Tapel has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jun (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 3191 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 64.5 sq mi (167.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 651/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2891°N, 122.0292°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 113 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 124 km |
| 1627 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cagua (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 12 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 63 km |
| Babuyan Claro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 1924 | 138 km |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 17.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 18.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 10.9 in |
Tapel has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 94.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (18.2") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Tapel
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tapel Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ipil National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ipil Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magrafil Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Isabel Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Calayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Tapel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buguey Public Market | |||||
| Buguey Public Market | |||||
| Gonzaga Public Market | |||||
| Sta. Ana Market |
Clinics in Tapel
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tapel
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cagayan North International Airport | LLC | Medium Airport |
| Tuguegarao Airport | TUG | Medium Airport |
| Aparri (Maura) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fuga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lal-lo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Naval Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tapel
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alpha and Omega Church | |
| Calayan - Batangan Church | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Calayan | |
| Jesus is Lord | |
| Magrafil Catholic Church | |
| Pentecostal Church | |
| Philippine Pentecostal Holliness Church Inc. | |
| Sr. Santiago Chapel | |
| United Church of Christ in the Philippines | |
| United Methodist Church |
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Waterfalls Near Tapel
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Tapel.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bagsang Falls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tapel
What is the population of Tapel?
Tapel has a population of 41,994 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 651 people per square mile, spread across 64.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tapel?
Tapel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 94.3 inches.
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