Altavas, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Altavas is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 26,181. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 Altavas
Altavas, officially the Municipality of Altavas, is a municipality in the province of Aklan, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 26,181 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,181 |
| Population Density | 622 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5380°, 122.4870° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.8 inches (3,476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Altavas
Altavas is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 26,181. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Altavas
Altavas has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2872 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 42.1 sq mi (109.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 622/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5380°N, 122.4870°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in |
Altavas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and April the driest (3.0").
Schools in Altavas
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guisi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Altavas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Altavas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Altavas
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boracay Beach Radio | internet radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM Roxas | - | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love Radio Kalibo | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Altavas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aklan Museum | ||||
| Atiatihan Municipal Library & Museum |
Libraries in Altavas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albasan Barangay Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Altavas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balete Town Market | |||||
| Cuartero Public Market | |||||
| Ivisan Public Market | |||||
| Jamindan Public Market | |||||
| Kalibo Public Market | |||||
| Kalibo Shopping Centre | |||||
| Makato Public Market | |||||
| Numancia Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sigma Market | |||||
| Tangalan Public Market |
Train Stations in Altavas
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Altavas
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Altavas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Altavas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | MPH | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Azagra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Altavas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Altavas Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Altavas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Child Catholic Parish |
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What is the population of Altavas?
Altavas has a population of 26,181 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 622 people per square mile, spread across 42.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Altavas?
Altavas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 136.8 inches.
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