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Anito, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Anito is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,071. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,071 Population 46/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
137.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Anito

Anito

Anito, also spelled anitu, refers to ancestor spirits, nature spirits, and deities in the Indigenous Philippine folk religions from the precolonial age to the present, although the term itself may have other meanings and associations depending on the Filipino ethnic group. It can also refer to carved humanoid figures, the taotao, made of wood, stone, or ivory, that represent these spirits. Anito is also sometimes known as diwata in certain ethnic groups.

People

Population2,071
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain137.4 in/yr
Sunny Days124/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,071
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates12.4497°, 125.2886°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation137.4 inches (3,491 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Anito

Anito is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,071. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Anito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days124 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area45.5 sq mi (117.8 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates12.4497°N, 125.2886°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.4"
262% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 20.83"
Driest Month (Apr) 6.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,430 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 54 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 20 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 23 km
Mar 3, 2008 Philippine Islands region M6.9 107 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 63 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 66 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 82 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 13 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 132 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 80 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 78 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 135 km
Apr 4, 2023 124 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.2 145 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 142 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 48 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 22 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 100 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 69 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 58 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 157 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 172 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 90 km
2021 Rai Category 5 273 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 199 km
2020 Goni Category 5 143 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 239 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 28 km
2020 Molave Category 1 118 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 51 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 124 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 119 km
2016 Sarika Category 3 165 km
2015 Melor Category 4 19 km
2015 Noul Category 3 228 km
2015 Maysak Category 1 278 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 83 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 61 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 44 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 170 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 77 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 54 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 135 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 82 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 69 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake - - 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (132 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 132 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 138 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 159 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 16.7 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 11.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 8.9 in
April 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 13.8 in
November 78°F (26°C) 19.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 20.8 in Wettest

Anito has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 137.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.8") and April the driest (6.2").

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Schools in Anito

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jubasan Elementary School - - - -
Anito Elementary School - - - -
Anito National High School - - - -
San Antonio Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Anito

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Laoang - AAC 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Anito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
New Palapag Public Market

Airports Near Anito

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Batag Airport-Small Airport
Catbalogan Airport-Small Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
67 m (220 ft)
Area
117.9 km² (45.5 mi²)
Postal Code
6412

🇵🇭 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 Anito

What is the population of Anito?

Anito has a population of 2,071 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Anito?

Anito 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 81°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.4 inches.

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