Tigao, Philippines
Caraga · Philippines
Tigao is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 18,023. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 Tigao
Cortes, officially the Municipality of Cortes, is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 17,924 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,023 |
| Population Density | 161 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2089°, 126.1761° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 181.2 inches (4,602 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tigao
Tigao is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 18,023. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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 181.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tigao
Tigao has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3807 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 112.2 sq mi (290.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2089°N, 126.1761°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 120 km |
| 1952 | E. OF MINDANO, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 122 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (159 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 159 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 32.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 25.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 20.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 17.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 25.8 in |
Tigao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 181.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (32.3") and August the driest (5.7").
Schools in Tigao
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tigao National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tigao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tag-anungan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tigao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tigao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Public Market | |||||
| Cantilan Public Market | |||||
| Carmen Public Market | |||||
| Cortes Public Market | |||||
| Dagocdoc Talipapa | |||||
| Dagocdoc Talipapa | |||||
| Lanuza Public Market | |||||
| Luha Public Market | |||||
| Madrid Public Market | |||||
| Moonglow Public Market |
Airports Near Tigao
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bancasi Airport | BXU | Medium Airport |
| Surigao Airport | SUG | Medium Airport |
| Tandag Airport | TDG | Medium Airport |
| Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Siargao Airport | IAO | Small Airport |
| Sumifru Tagbina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| UDEV Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tigao
What is the population of Tigao?
Tigao has a population of 18,023 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 161 people per square mile, spread across 112.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tigao?
Tigao 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. Annual rainfall totals 181.2 inches.
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