Anito, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Anito is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 14,858. Elevation: 30 ft (9 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 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
Climate
| Population | 14,858 |
| Population Density | 327 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4497°, 125.2886° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.4 inches (3,491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Anito
Anito is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 14,858. 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.
Climate in Anito
Anito has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 3265 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 45.5 sq mi (117.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4497°N, 125.2886°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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 |
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").
Schools in Anito
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jubasan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anito Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anito National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Anito
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Anito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Palapag Public Market |
Airports Near Anito
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Anito
What is the population of Anito?
Anito has a population of 14,858 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 327 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. Annual rainfall totals 137.4 inches.
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