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Tuyum, Philippines
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Tuyum is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 11,117. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Tuyum
Cauayan, officially the Municipality of Cauayan, is a municipality and the most populous municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 110,899 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,117 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9769°, 122.5582° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.5 inches (2,577 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tuyum
Tuyum is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 11,117. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Tuyum
Tuyum has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2417 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 427.2 sq mi (1,106.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9769°N, 122.5582°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 71 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 79 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 13.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 17.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in |
Tuyum has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.5") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Tuyum
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tanabog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| M. Ledesma Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maloy-a Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tuyom National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tuyom Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Talangnan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Isio Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Libas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jose N. Villanueva National High School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Tuyum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Center |
Farmers Markets in Tuyum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Airports Near Tuyum
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tuyum
What is the population of Tuyum?
Tuyum has a population of 11,117 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 427.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tuyum?
Tuyum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.5 inches.