Alcantara, Philippines
Mimaropa · Philippines
Alcantara is a small city in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 16,417. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Alcantara
Alcantara, officially the Municipality of Alcantara, is a municipality in the province of Romblon, Philippines. It is located in the southeast portion of Tablas Island, bounded by the municipalities of Santa Maria to the north, Looc to the west, Santa Fe to the south, and the Sibuyan Sea to the east. According to the 2024 census census, it has a population of 16,417 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,417 |
| Population Density | 707 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2589°, 122.0544° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Mimaropa |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 107.6 inches (2,734 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcantara
Alcantara is a small city in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 16,417. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Alcantara
Alcantara has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.7°C), the coldest is Feb (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2544 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 707/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2589°N, 122.0544°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1928 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 18.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 14.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in |
Alcantara has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 107.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.1") and March the driest (1.5").
Schools in Alcantara
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gui-ob Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alcantara National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Alcantara Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camili Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagsik Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Don Manuel L. Solidum Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Alcantara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odiongan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcantara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odiongan Public Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market |
Airports Near Alcantara
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | MPH | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Tugdan Airport | TBH | Medium Airport |
| Azagra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pinamalayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Semirara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wasig Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcantara
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal ng Alcantara | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo - Madalag Extension |
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What is the population of Alcantara?
Alcantara has a population of 16,417 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 707 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcantara?
Alcantara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 107.6 inches.
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