Sign In Register

Tara, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Tara is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,077. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,077 Population 6/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
100.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

Discover Tara, Philippines

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Tara

Tara

Tara, Ārya Tārā, also known as Jetsün Dölma, is an important female Buddha in Buddhism, especially revered in Vajrayana Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism. She may appear as a female bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism. In Vajrayana Buddhism, Green Tara is a female Buddha who is a consort of Amoghasiddhi Buddha. Tārā is also known as a saviouress who hears the cries of beings in saṃsāra and saves them from worldly and spiritual danger.

People

Population2,077
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain100.7 in/yr
Sunny Days158/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Population2,077
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates13.8167°, 122.9833°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation100.7 inches (2,557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tara

Tara is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,077. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Tara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 100.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days158 days/yr

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area361.7 sq mi (936.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates13.8167°N, 122.9833°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.7"
165% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 13.66"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

228 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 5, 2018 64 km NNW of Pandan, Philippines M6.1 131 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 139 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 76 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 24 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 15 km
Aug 19, 2004 15 km NW of Manamrag, Philippines M5.5 109 km
Jun 28, 2004 26 km WSW of Osmeña, Philippines M5.4 130 km
Jul 30, 2001 6 km NE of Tigbao, Philippines M5.4 142 km
Feb 5, 2016 4 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M5.3 71 km
Jun 3, 2007 2 km E of Catabangan, Philippines M5.3 33 km
Sep 3, 2024 28 km NE of Casuguran, Philippines M5.3 124 km
Aug 19, 1993 15 km NNE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M5.3 138 km
May 1, 2013 89 km NNE of Sabang Indan, Philippines M5.3 128 km
Feb 4, 2016 4 km NW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.2 78 km
Jul 28, 1995 10 km WSW of Patnanungan, Philippines M5.2 140 km
Apr 23, 1991 7 km WNW of Cagmanaba, Philippines M5.2 86 km
Apr 29, 2010 9 km SW of Dalupaon, Philippines M5.2 37 km
Jan 26, 2014 2 km SW of Balanacan, Philippines M5.1 127 km
Jan 16, 2023 22 km NNE of Sabang Indan, Philippines M5.1 66 km
Jul 18, 1990 15 km NNE of Cagsiay, Philippines M5.1 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 123 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 290 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 98 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 146 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 227 km
2023 Saola Category 4 247 km
2022 Noru Category 5 132 km
2021 Conson Category 1 143 km
2020 Goni Category 5 31 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 80 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 65 km
2020 Molave Category 1 62 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 82 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 224 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 47 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 129 km
2015 Noul Category 5 247 km
2015 Melor Category 4 102 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 232 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 33 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1973 QUEZON Earthquake 1.3 m 15 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isarog (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 46 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 136 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 165 km
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 165 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 185 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 11.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 13.5 in

Tara has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (3.0").

View full weather details →

Schools in Tara

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Santa Cruz Elementary School
Salvacion High School
Bulagwin Primary School
Lalawigan National High School
Lalawigan Elementary School
Soledad R. Villafuerte Elementary School
Cabuyao Elementary School
South Villazar Elementary School
Serranzana Elementary School
Napolidan Elementary School
Tigman Elementary School
Villazar National High School
Bocol Elementary School
Sagrada Elementary School
Vigaan Elementary School
Sacred Heart High School
Salvacion Elementary School
Bulan Elementary School
Calagbangan Elementary School
Tula-tula Elementary School
Aldezar Elementary School
Sooc Elementary School
Bolo Norte High School
North Villazar Elementary School
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Tara

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Idol FM 105.5 Naga news, talk MP3
Love Radio Naga MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin (Visayas) MP3 128 kbps
Radyo Natin Baao AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Iriga AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Sorsogon AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin (Mindanao) MP3 128 kbps
Love Radio Daet MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Tara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicol Science and Technology Centrum
Bicol Science Centrum
Jesse M. Robredo Museum
Museo de Hayskulano
Museo del Seminario Conciliar de Nueva Caceres
NHCP Museo ni Jesse Robredo
Our Lady of Peñafrancia Museum
Peñafrancia Basilica Museum
Porta Mariae Museum
Universidad de Sta. Isabel de Naga
V Gallery x Museum

Libraries in Tara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
James O'Brien Library0.0
Raul S. Roco Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Libmanan Public Market
Mabolo Public Market
Naga City People's Mall
Sipocot Public Market

Restaurants in Tara

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A.R. CANTEEN AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Airports Near Tara

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Daet AirportDTEMedium Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Apuao Grande Island AirstripSmall Airport
Jose Panganiban (Larap) AirstripSmall Airport
Paracale AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tara

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic church
Locale of Calagbangan
Open Door Church
St. Pius X Parish
Sto. Niño de Praga Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
69 m (226 ft)
Area
243.4 km² (94.0 mi²)
Founded
1801
Postal Code
4408

🇵🇭 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Tara.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Tara

What is the population of Tara?

Tara has a population of 2,077 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 361.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tara?

Tara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.7 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Tara with another city: