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Viga, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Viga is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,024. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,024 Population 21/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
137.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Viga

Viga

Viga, officially the Municipality of Viga, is a municipality in the province of Catanduanes, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,364 people.

People

Population2,024
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain137.6 in/yr
Sunny Days125/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,024
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates12.5162°, 125.0528°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation137.6 inches (3,495 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Viga

Viga is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,024. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Viga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days125 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area95.3 sq mi (246.9 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates12.5162°N, 125.0528°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.6"
262% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 20.94"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,415 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 77 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 29 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 16 km
Mar 3, 2008 Philippine Islands region M6.9 112 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 86 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 108 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 86 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 40 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 86 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 96 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 113 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 118 km
Apr 4, 2023 124 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.2 145 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 125 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 24 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 33 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 132 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 36 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 92 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 159 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 173 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 96 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 213 km
2021 Rai Category 4 280 km
2020 Goni Category 5 132 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 39 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 232 km
2020 Molave Category 1 102 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 46 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 125 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 110 km
2016 Sarika Category 3 165 km
2015 Melor Category 4 19 km
2015 Noul Category 4 234 km
2015 Maysak Category 1 277 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 106 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 32 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 69 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 171 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 102 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 77 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 113 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 108 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 54 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake - - 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 112 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 124 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 133 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 17.3 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 12.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 9.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 5.1 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 14.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 19.7 in
December 78°F (25°C) 20.9 in Wettest

Viga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 137.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.9") and April the driest (5.1").

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Schools in Viga

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Atipolo Elementary School - - - -
La Perla National High School - - - -
Bayog Elementary School - - - -
Jangtud Integrated School - - - -
Jangtud Integrated School - - - -
Catigbi-an National High School - - - -
Catigbian Elementary School - - - -
Son-og Elementary School - - - -
Simora Elementary School - - - -
Nagbobtac Elementary School - - - -
E.J. Dulay Elementary School - - - -
Yabyaban Elementary School - - - -
Gibatangan Primary School - - - -
Tarusan Primary School - - - -
Yapas Elementary School - - - -
Sibunot Primary School - - - -
Tinoblan Primary School - - - -
Rombang Elementary School - - - -
Vigo Elementary School - - - -
Bawang Elementary School - - - -
Vigo National High School - - - -
Bongliw Elementary School - - - -
Cabagngan Elementary School - - - -
Tangbo Elementary School - - - -
Abaton Elementary School - - - -
Lawaan Elementary School - - - -
Simora Elementary School - - - -
Cabulaloan Elementary School - - - -
Cangcahipos Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Viga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Laoang - AAC 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Viga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
New Palapag Public Market

Airports Near Viga

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Batag Airport-Small Airport
Catbalogan Airport-Small Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
7 m (23 ft)
Area
246.9 km² (95.3 mi²)
Founded
1768
Postal Code
6411

🇵🇭 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 Viga

What is the population of Viga?

Viga has a population of 2,024 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 95.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Viga?

Viga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 125 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.6 inches.

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