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Cawayan, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Cawayan is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,705. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cawayan
Cawayan, officially the Municipality of Cawayan, is a municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 68,510 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,705 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8039°, 123.5324° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.2 inches (3,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cawayan
Cawayan is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,705. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 59.8 sq mi (155.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8039°N, 123.5324°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 42 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 81 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 142 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in |
Cawayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.3") and April the driest (2.3").
Schools in Cawayan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cawayan Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lanao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banhigan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Coro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cawayan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Malones Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cawayan
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM 95.5 Cebu | music, news | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Pinamungajan | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Argao | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| STARR Radio Tayasan | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cawayan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo dela Parroquia de San Miguel | ||||
| Nova Shells Museum |
Libraries in Cawayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramon Seares Sr. Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cawayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcantara Public Market | |||||
| Alcoy Public Market | |||||
| Alegria Public Market | |||||
| Argao Public Market | |||||
| Badian Public Market | |||||
| Bayabas Public Market | |||||
| Boljoon Public Market | |||||
| Dalaguete Agri-Pinoy Trading Center | |||||
| Malabuyoc Public Market | |||||
| Malalay Public Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Public Market | |||||
| Moalboal Fish and Meat Market | |||||
| Moalboal Public Market | |||||
| Nug-as Public Market | |||||
| Panglao Public Market | |||||
| Papan Public Market | |||||
| Ronda Public Market | |||||
| Sangi Public Market | |||||
| Sibonga Public Market | |||||
| Simala Market | |||||
| Tabuan, Looc | |||||
| Talo-ot Public Market |
Hotels in Cawayan
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cawayan
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Danao Ultralight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cawayan
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Shekinah Dalaguete Fellowship |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cawayan
What is the population of Cawayan?
Cawayan has a population of 2,705 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 59.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cawayan?
Cawayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.2 inches.