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Cabay, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Cabay is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,297. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,297 Population 29/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
145.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Cabay

Cabay

Balangkayan, officially the Municipality of Balangkayan, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 10,014 people.

People

Population2,297
Density29/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain145.6 in/yr
Sunny Days117/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,297
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.4456°, 125.4933°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation145.6 inches (3,697 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cabay

Cabay is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,297. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 145.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Cabay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 117 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 145.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days117 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area79.9 sq mi (207.0 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates11.4456°N, 125.4933°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 145.6"
283% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 21.54"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,634 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 31, 2012 89 km E of Sulangan, Philippines M7.6 143 km
Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 69 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 135 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 133 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 65 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 81 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 54 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 106 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 101 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 35 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 51 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 47 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 148 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 135 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 70 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 131 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 62 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 109 km
May 24, 1995 23 km ENE of San Policarpo, Philippines M5.9 94 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 263 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 64 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 175 km
2021 Rai Category 5 166 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 275 km
2020 Goni Category 5 256 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 80 km
2020 Molave Category 1 230 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 165 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 35 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 228 km
2016 Sarika Category 1 273 km
2015 Melor Category 4 122 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 61 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 52 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 141 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 84 km
2011 Songda Category 4 282 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 12 km
2007 Mitag Category 2 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 95 km
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 133 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 69 km
2012 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 1 143 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 81 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (91 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 91 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 105 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 20.4 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 14.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 9.8 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
November 78°F (26°C) 19.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 21.5 in Wettest

Cabay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 145.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (21.5") and August the driest (6.3").

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Schools in Cabay

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Borak Elementary School
Bangon Elementary School
Maytigbao Primary School
Tagasli-an Elementary School
San Gabriel Elementary School
General Malvar Primary School
Magsaysay Primary School
Cantubi Elementary School
Babanikhon Primary School
Julag Primary School
Candoros Elementary School
Lapgap Elementary School
Magtino Primary School
Maca-Anga Primary School
Canloterio Elementary School
Lapgap National High School – Annex
Del Pilar Elementary School
Balogo Elementary School
Cabay Elementary School
Guinpoliran Elementary School
Maramag Elementary School
Caisawan Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Cabay

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps
KJM 94.3 FM AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Cabay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ESSU Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cabay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Balangkayan Public Market
Borongan Public Market
Llorente Public Market
Maydolong Public Market
Paplitan

Restaurants in Cabay

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sosha's Bakeshop

Airports Near Cabay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Guiuan AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
16 m (52 ft)
Area
207.1 km² (79.9 mi²)
Postal Code
6801
Website
balangkayan-esamar.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Cabay

What is the population of Cabay?

Cabay has a population of 2,297 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 79.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cabay?

Cabay 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. The area receives 117 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.6 inches.

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