Please note: In many cases, the station position in our database is accurate
to only one minute. Thus, the tide gauge may not appear to be on the coast.
Previous to 2009 data last data was August 2002. Datum remains TSO 1986 and Primary benchmark BM 3. However the relationship between the two has changed from previously 4.238m to 4.263m. The RLR factor has been modified to 4.637m to adjust for this.
Documentation added 2012-02-27
Surigao was 'buddy checked' with Cebu both display an area of possible suspect data for the period Dec 1997-Dec 1999 because of this the data have not been flagged as suspect. Gauge type THALIMEDES
Documentation added 2018-12-06
No data was observed in Surigao due to port development. The station has been relocated temporarily at Port of Lipata in Surigao City. A new instrument has now been installed in Surigao City. Data observation will start as soon as possible.
Data Authority
National Mapping and Resource Information Authority Hydrography Department 421 Barraca St, San Nicolas 1010 Manila