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Canhandugan, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Canhandugan is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,104. Elevation: 676 ft (206 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2,104 Population 26/sq mi density
676 ft Elevation 206 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
111.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Canhandugan

Canhandugan

Jaro, officially the Municipality of Jaro, is a First Income Class municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 44,643 people.

People

Population2,104
Density26/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain111.7 in/yr
Sunny Days137/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Population2,104
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Coordinates11.1350°, 124.7797°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation111.7 inches (2,836 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Canhandugan

Canhandugan is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,104. The city sits at an elevation of 676 feet (206 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Canhandugan

Canhandugan has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2785 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.7°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.3° 346.6
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.9° / 30.2° 259.6
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.1° 234.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 25.1° / 31.6° 115.3
May 29°C / 84°F 25.9° / 32° 139.6
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.6° / 31.9° 213.1
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 25.3° / 31.6° 185.0
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.1° 167.6
Sep 28.6°C / 83°F 25.4° / 31.8° 175.0
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25° / 31.5° 227.8
Nov 28°C / 82°F 24.9° / 31° 285.9
Dec 27.3°C / 81°F 24.5° / 30.1° 435.4
Canhandugan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 137 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 111.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 676 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above Philippines avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days137 days/yr

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area80.0 sq mi (207.2 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates11.1350°N, 124.7797°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 111.7"
194% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 13.90"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,177 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 M7.2 135 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 136 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 123 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 17 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 134 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 104 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 83 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 138 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 138 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 136 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 98 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 136 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 16 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 148 km
Aug 8, 1996 22 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M5.8 135 km
May 6, 1991 8 km ENE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.7 104 km
Jan 17, 2012 19 km E of Salcedo, Philippines M5.7 115 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 8 km
May 10, 2018 19 km SSE of Tubajon, Philippines M5.7 142 km
Jan 22, 2025 3 km NNW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.7 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 42 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 243 km
2021 Rai Category 5 131 km
2020 Goni Category 5 279 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 119 km
2020 Molave Category 1 252 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 197 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 32 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 264 km
2015 Melor Category 4 164 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 140 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 86 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 188 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 15 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 281 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 52 km
2006 Durian Category 4 253 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 171 km
2006 Utor Category 2 30 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 137 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 55 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 135 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 31 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 51 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 106 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 174 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 176 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 197 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 11.7 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 8.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 6.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in Driest
May 78°F (26°C) 7.2 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 8.9 in
July 78°F (25°C) 9.4 in
August 78°F (25°C) 7.6 in
September 77°F (25°C) 9.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 10.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 13.9 in Wettest
December 74°F (23°C) 13.3 in

Canhandugan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 111.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.9") and April the driest (5.6").

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Schools in Canhandugan

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cabintan Elementary School
Atipolo Elementary School
San Pedro Elementary School
Bienvenido Guillera Celebre National High School
Macanip Elementary School
San Agustin Elementary School
Canhandugan Elementary School
Agapito Amado Memorial National High School
Zabala Elementary School
Rubas Elementary School
Tingib Elementary School
Cabintan National High School
Hibunawon Elementary School
Plaridel Elementary School
Candagara Elementary School
Santa Cruz Elementary School
Teofilo R. Macaso Memorial National High School
Sari-sari Primary School
Badiang Elementary School
Parasan Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Canhandugan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Canhandugan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Natural Museum and Herbarium
Ormoc City Museum
Price Mansion
Santo Niño Shrine

Libraries in Canhandugan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alangalan Municipal Library0.0
Carigara Municipal Library and Museum0.0
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0
Jaro Municipal Library0.0
LNU Gradschool Library0.0
LNU Gradschool Library0.0
LNU Undergrad Library0.0
LNU Undergrad Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Old Palo Public Library0.0
Old Palo Public Library0.0
Palo Children's Library0.0
PCS School Library0.0
UPTC Library Building0.0

Farmers Markets in Canhandugan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alangalang Public Market
Antonina
Burauen Commercial Complex
Burauen Public Market
Carigara Public Market
Carigara Public Market
Dagami Public Market
Dried Fish Section
Fish Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Fruits & Vegetables
Fruits & Vegetables
Jaro Public Market
Kananga Public Market
La Paz Shopping Square
Meat & Poultry Section
Mini Market
Mini Talipapa
Mini Talipapa
Naungan Wet Market
New Carigara Public Market
Ormoc City Public Market
Palo Public Market
Pastrana Public Market
Pastrana Public Market
Root Crops Section
San Jose Public Market
SMB Grounds
Tacloban Super Market
Tanauan New Public Market
Tanauan New Wet Public Market
Tarok Fish Port
Temporary Market
Tindahan ni CF
V&G Flea Market (Talipapa)
Wet Market

Stadiums & Teams in Canhandugan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Canhandugan

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Camotes AirstripSmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Canhandugan

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Accu-right Medical and Diagnostic Center
Acebedo Optical & Eyecare Clinic
CQ and D medical clinic
Dermatology Skin Health Clinic
EC Maternity Clinic & Laboratory
Health Center
Life Extension
MGM Clinic
Rayleen's Polyclinic and Diagnostic Center
RH Medical Clinic
St. Camillus Multispecialty Clinic
The Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
77 m (253 ft)
Area
207.2 km² (80.0 mi²)
Postal Code
6527
Website
jaro-leyte.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 Canhandugan

What is the population of Canhandugan?

Canhandugan has a population of 2,104 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 80.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canhandugan?

Canhandugan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 137 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.7 inches.

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