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Tayum, Philippines

Cordillera · Philippines

Tayum is a small town in Cordillera, Philippines with a population of 2,530. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,530 Population 62/sq mi density
213 ft Elevation 65 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
101.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Tayum

Tayum

Tayum, officially the Municipality of Tayum, is a municipality in the province of Abra, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 14,808 people.

People

Population2,530
Density62/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain101.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Population2,530
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates17.6172°, 120.6542°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCordillera
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation101.9 inches (2,589 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tayum

Tayum is a small town in Philippines (Cordillera) with a population of 2,530. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Tayum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 101.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area40.8 sq mi (105.7 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates17.6172°N, 120.6542°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.9"
168% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 26.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

638 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 11, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 20 km
Jul 17, 1990 14 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M6.5 130 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 55 km
Jul 17, 1990 10 km ESE of Ambuclao, Philippines M6.1 133 km
Mar 22, 2010 9 km SSW of Bangui, Philippines M5.9 93 km
Nov 20, 1996 3 km ENE of Taloy, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Jun 5, 1995 14 km SE of Bangui, Philippines M5.8 93 km
May 6, 1998 19 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.8 126 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 84 km
Jul 20, 1990 8 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.8 140 km
Sep 14, 2003 8 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.7 123 km
Jan 13, 2008 4 km SSE of Bontoc, Philippines M5.7 73 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 35 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 59 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km NNE of Caronoan West, Philippines M5.7 150 km
Jul 21, 1990 11 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Mar 13, 2001 18 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M5.7 142 km
Jun 19, 2000 4 km WNW of Santa Maria, Philippines M5.7 77 km
Oct 7, 2012 16 km E of Pagudpud, Philippines M5.6 107 km
Mar 2, 2019 30 km NW of Davila, Philippines M5.6 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 193 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 129 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 209 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 73 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 102 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 90 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 143 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 297 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 83 km
2023 Saola Category 5 248 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 163 km
2022 Noru Category 4 249 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 164 km
2022 Nesat Category 1 231 km
2021 Chanthu Category 5 255 km
2020 Vamco Category 2 269 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 191 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 54 km
2018 Yutu Category 3 105 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 177 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 116 km
2022 N. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 11 20 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 16 72 km
1915 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 58 km
Cagua Stratovolcano 1,133 m (3,717 ft) 1860 169 km
Camiguin de Babuyanes Stratovolcano 712 m (2,336 ft) 1857 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in Coldest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
May 83°F (28°C) 10.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 16.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 24.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 26.6 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 15.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in

Tayum has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.6") and January the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Tayum

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
An-anaao Integrated School
Tayum Central School
San Gregorio Elementary School
Padangitan Elementary School
Toon Elementary School
Gaddani National High School
Gaddani Elementary School
Holy Ghost School
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Radio Stations near Tayum

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Laoag MP3 64 kbps
Love Radio Tuguegarao MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Bangued AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Tayum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abra Provincial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tayum

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bangued Central Market
Cabugao Public Market
Magsingal Public Market
Narvacan Farmers Market
Narvacan Public Market
Pamilihang Bayan ng Sinait
Public Market
San Juan Public Market
Santa Public Market
Santo Domingo Mall
Sinait Public Market

Airports Near Tayum

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laoag International AirportLAOLarge Airport
Dibagat AirstripSmall Airport
Lepanto Mines AirstripSmall Airport
Vigan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tayum

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Catherine of Alexandria Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
70 m (230 ft)
Area
61.1 km² (23.6 mi²)
Postal Code
2803

🇵🇭 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 Tayum

What is the population of Tayum?

Tayum has a population of 2,530 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tayum?

Tayum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.

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