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Weather & Climate in San Carlos, Philippines
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 101.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet.
Temperature
77°F Jan (25°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above US avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 153 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 354.1 sq mi (917.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9597°N, 125.0775°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
426 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.8.
| Nov 13, 1991 | 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines | M6.8 | 149 km | 36 km |
| Feb 7, 2021 | 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines | M6.0 | 132 km | 16 km |
| Feb 1, 2023 | 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines | M6.0 | 111 km | 19 km |
| Mar 7, 2023 | 6 km SE of Manat, Philippines | M5.9 | 120 km | 16 km |
| May 16, 2004 | 4 km NE of Bantacan, Philippines | M5.8 | 125 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 2016 | 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines | M5.8 | 102 km | 16 km |
| Apr 11, 2017 | 8 km N of Osias, Philippines | M5.8 | 43 km | 8 km |
| Feb 10, 2024 | 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines | M5.8 | 97 km | 32 km |
| Sep 3, 2012 | 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines | M5.7 | 7 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 2017 | 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines | M5.7 | 58 km | 8 km |
| Mar 11, 1997 | 9 km SSE of Bislig, Philippines | M5.7 | 141 km | 88 km |
| Jun 14, 2021 | 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines | M5.7 | 30 km | 6 km |
| Jun 7, 1999 | 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines | M5.7 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Jun 14, 2002 | 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines | M5.6 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Jul 9, 2019 | 8 km W of Dolo, Philippines | M5.6 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2013 | 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines | M5.6 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2023 | 13 km ENE of Bantacan, Philippines | M5.6 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Apr 12, 2017 | 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines | M5.5 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2013 | 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines | M5.5 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 1999 | 3 km E of Aurora, Philippines | M5.5 | 112 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
9 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Rai | Category 5 | 121 mph | 227 km |
| 2012 | Bopha | Category 5 | 115 mph | 28 km |
| 1995 | Zack | Category 1 | 63 mph | 291 km |
| 1994 | Owen | Category 1 | 69 mph | 250 km |
| 1993 | Nell | Category 1 | 69 mph | 202 km |
| 1990 | Mike | Category 4 | 104 mph | 269 km |
| 1986 | Marge | Category 2 | 98 mph | 197 km |
| 1984 | Ike | Category 4 | 104 mph | 199 km |
| 1982 | Nelson | Category 3 | 115 mph | 271 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (110 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 125 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 145 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 177 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 13.1 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in |
San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and February the driest (4.4").