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Can-Avid, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Can-Avid is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,928. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,928 Population 53/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
140.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Can-Avid

Can-Avid

Can-avid, officially the Municipality of Can-avid, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,942 people.

People

Population5,928
Density53/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain140.6 in/yr
Sunny Days118/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population5,928
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.9953°, 125.4472°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation140.6 inches (3,572 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Can-Avid

Can-Avid is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 5,928. 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 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 140.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Can-Avid 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 118 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 140.6 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days118 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area111.5 sq mi (288.7 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates11.9953°N, 125.4472°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 140.6"
270% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 20.87"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,527 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 16 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 72 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 76 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 23 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 52 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 44 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 15 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 131 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 81 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 38 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 26 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 150 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 60 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 75 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 100 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 108 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 26 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 56 km
May 24, 1995 23 km ENE of San Policarpo, Philippines M5.9 41 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 203 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 123 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 123 km
2021 Rai Category 5 225 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 227 km
2020 Goni Category 5 196 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 28 km
2020 Vamco Category 2 291 km
2020 Molave Category 1 171 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 104 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 89 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 167 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 212 km
2015 Melor Category 4 68 km
2015 Noul Category 3 261 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 40 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 83 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 19 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 131 km
2013 Utor Category 2 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 170 149 km
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 85 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 16 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 150 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 52 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 122 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake - - 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 112 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 138 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 174 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 192 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 17.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 12.1 in
March 78°F (25°C) 8.9 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in Warmest, Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
October 80°F (26°C) 12.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 19.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 20.9 in Wettest

Can-Avid has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 140.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.9") and August the driest (6.5").

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Schools in Can-Avid

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cansangaya Elementary School - - - -
Cagtabon Elementary School - - - -
Camantang Elementary School - - - -
Caghalong Primary School - - - -
Guibuangan Elementary School - - - -
Solong Elementary School - - - -
Malogo Elementary School - - - -
Pasak Elementary School - - - -
Mabuhay Elementary School - - - -
Camantang National High School - - - -
Magsaysay Elementary School - - - -
Can-avid Central Elementary School - - - -
Can-avid National High School - - - -
Obong Primary School - - - -
Dampigan Elementary School - - - -
Baruk Elementary School - - - -
Batiawan Elementary School - - - -
Canteros Elementary School - - - -
Carolina Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Can-Avid

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KJM 94.3 FM - AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Can-Avid

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dolores Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Can-Avid

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bagacay Public Market
Can-Avid Wet and Dry Market Center
Dolores Public Market

Clinics in Can-Avid

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Can-Avid Municipal Clinic

Dentists in Can-Avid

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dra. Duran Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Can-Avid

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avad Fuel
Carolina

Airports Near Can-Avid

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Batag Airport-Small Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Catbalogan Airport-Small Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Can-Avid

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mary Queen of Angels Church
Mary Queen of Angels Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
14 m (46 ft)
Area
288.7 km² (111.4 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
6806
Website
can-avid-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 Can-Avid

What is the population of Can-Avid?

Can-Avid has a population of 5,928 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 111.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Can-Avid?

Can-Avid 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 118 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.6 inches.

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