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Zumarraga, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Zumarraga is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 16,279. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

16,279 Population 1,094/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
114.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Zumarraga

Zumarraga

Zumarraga, officially the Municipality of Zumarraga, is an island municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 16,051 people.

People

Population16,279
Density1,094/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain114.7 in/yr
Sunny Days137/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population16,279
Population Density1,094 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates11.6388°, 124.8417°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation114.7 inches (2,914 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zumarraga

Zumarraga is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 16,279. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Zumarraga

Zumarraga has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3132 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.6°C / 78°F 22.3° / 29.4° 426.8
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 22° / 29.4° 261.8
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 22.7° / 30.4° 191.2
Apr 27.2°C / 81°F 23° / 31.5° 198.2
May 28.2°C / 83°F 24.8° / 32.6° 173.0
Jun 27.7°C / 82°F 25° / 31.8° 218.6
Jul 27.4°C / 81°F 24.8° / 31° 203.9
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 24.8° / 31.3° 176.9
Sep 27.5°C / 81°F 24.7° / 31.5° 186.5
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 24.6° / 31.2° 311.5
Nov 27°C / 81°F 24.4° / 30.3° 314.8
Dec 26.5°C / 80°F 23.6° / 29.8° 468.7
Zumarraga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 137 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 114.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days137 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area14.9 sq mi (38.5 km²)
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Coordinates11.6388°N, 124.8417°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 114.7"
202% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 15.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,414 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 93 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 120 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 114 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 98 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 103 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 85 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 126 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 62 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 41 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 71 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 124 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 102 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 119 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 126 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 132 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 130 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 130 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 99 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 128 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 258 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 77 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 192 km
2021 Rai Category 5 184 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 298 km
2020 Goni Category 5 226 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 63 km
2020 Molave Category 1 196 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 141 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 27 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 209 km
2016 Sarika Category 1 265 km
2015 Melor Category 4 110 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 108 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 33 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 132 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 71 km
2010 Conson Category 1 296 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 6 km
2006 Durian Category 4 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 170 105 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 93 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 102 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 126 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (36 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 36 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 84 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 152 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 156 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 12.4 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 9.0 in
March 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.1 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 15.4 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 15.2 in

Zumarraga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 114.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.4") and April the driest (5.9").

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Schools in Zumarraga

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Guintarcan Elementary School
Pangdan Elementary School
Maga-an Elementary School
Yangta Elementary School
Tinaogan Elementary School
Poro Elementary School
Talib Elementary School
Boblaran Elementary School
Botaera Elementary School
Maputi Elementary School
Macalunod Elementary School
Arteche Elementary School
Sugod Elementary School
Baclayan Elementary School
Cabac Elementary School
Guintarcan National High School
Mombon Primary School
Bioso Integrated School
Ibarra Elementary School
Tubigan Elementary School
Lumalantang Elementary School
Zumarraga Central Elementary School
Saint Anthony's Institute
Zumarraga National High School
San Isidro National High School
San Isidro Elementary School
Mualbual Elementary School
Marapilit Elementary School
Mualbual National High School
Alegria Elementary School
Camayse Integrated School
Campelipa Primary School
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Radio Stations near Zumarraga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Zumarraga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
De Leon - Bolastig Mausuleum

Libraries in Zumarraga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Samar Provincial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Zumarraga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Babatngon Public Market
Calbiga Market
Catbalogan Pier 1 Fish Market
Mercedes Public Market
Paranas Marketplace
Public market
Santa Rita Public Market
Talalora Public Market
Tizon Wet Market
Zummaraga Fish Landing

Airports Near Zumarraga

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zumarraga

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Barangay Bioso Chapel
Barangay Mombon Chapel
Barangay Tinaogan Chapel
Praise Assembly Kaunlaran Church
Saint Anthony of Padua Church
San Isidro Chapel
Santo Niño Church
Setio Arado Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
17 m (56 ft)
Area
38.6 km² (14.9 mi²)
Postal Code
6725

🇵🇭 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 Zumarraga

What is the population of Zumarraga?

Zumarraga has a population of 16,279 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,094 people per square mile, spread across 14.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zumarraga?

Zumarraga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 137 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.7 inches.

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