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Tunga, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Tunga is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,932. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tunga
Tunga, officially the Municipality of Tunga, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 8,301 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,932 |
| Population Density | 987 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2456°, 124.7517° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.1 inches (2,618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tunga
Tunga is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,932. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tunga
Tunga has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2785 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 151 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 987/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2456°N, 124.7517°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 67 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 128 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 39 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 118 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 186 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 12.7 in |
Tunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 103.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.5") and April the driest (5.1").
Schools in Tunga
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balire Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amahit Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pitogo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Banawang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Astorga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gregorio C. Catenza National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tunga Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Tuba Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hiagsam Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anibongon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mag-aso Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burabod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abango Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Granja-Kalinawan National High School – Hiagsam Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Pongso Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Can-isak Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tinaguban Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camansi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cogon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Parag-um Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Fe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Binibihan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tigbao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Candigahub Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Macalpi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santol Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tunga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Tunga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormoc City Museum |
Libraries in Tunga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalan Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carigara Municipal Library and Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Jaro Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Gradschool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Gradschool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Undergrad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Undergrad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Palo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Palo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palo Children's Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tunga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalang Public Market | |||||
| Antonina | |||||
| Babatngon Public Market | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Dagami Public Market | |||||
| Dried Fish Section | |||||
| Fish Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Jaro Public Market | |||||
| Kananga Public Market | |||||
| Meat & Poultry Section | |||||
| Naungan Wet Market | |||||
| New Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Ormoc City Public Market | |||||
| Palo Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Root Crops Section | |||||
| Santa Rita Public Market | |||||
| SMB Grounds | |||||
| Tacloban Super Market | |||||
| V&G Flea Market (Talipapa) |
Theatres in Tunga
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tunga
11 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tunga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tunga
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tunga
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Accu-right Medical and Diagnostic Center | ||
| Acebedo Optical & Eyecare Clinic | ||
| EC Maternity Clinic & Laboratory | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Rayleen's Polyclinic and Diagnostic Center | ||
| St. Camillus Multispecialty Clinic | ||
| The Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tunga
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Barangay Candigahub Chapel | |
| Barangay Cogon Chapel | |
| Binibihan Chapel | |
| Camansi Chapel | |
| Macalpi Chapel | |
| Paglaum Chapel | |
| Parag-um Chapel | |
| Piloro Chapel | |
| San Isidro Chapel | |
| St. Anthony of Padua | |
| Sta. Fe Chapel | |
| Tigbao Chapel | |
| Tinaguban Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tunga
What is the population of Tunga?
Tunga has a population of 2,932 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 987 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tunga?
Tunga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.1 inches.