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Cawayan, Philippines

Mimaropa · Philippines

Cawayan is a small town in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 2,892. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2,892 Population 88/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
102.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Cawayan

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

Population2,892
Density88/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain102.4 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population2,892
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates12.6557°, 121.5456°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceMimaropa
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation102.4 inches (2,601 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cawayan

Cawayan is a small town in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 2,892. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Cawayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 102.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area32.9 sq mi (85.3 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates12.6557°N, 121.5456°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 102.4"
169% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

533 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 29, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 110 km
Jun 14, 1990 0 km ESE of Union, Philippines M7.1 107 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 147 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 141 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 143 km
Mar 29, 1993 Mindoro, Philippines M5.9 141 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 140 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 144 km
Sep 18, 2009 41 km WSW of Batasan, Philippines M5.9 121 km
Mar 1, 2006 7 km NE of Paluan, Philippines M5.8 143 km
Sep 3, 2002 8 km N of Wawa, Philippines M5.8 130 km
May 12, 2021 10 km SSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.8 127 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 101 km
May 10, 1994 12 km NNW of Cabacao, Philippines M5.7 134 km
May 4, 2019 8 km SW of San Agustin, Philippines M5.7 74 km
Jul 7, 1990 41 km SW of Adela, Philippines M5.7 108 km
May 22, 2011 14 km WSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.7 135 km
Apr 3, 2005 9 km NNW of Odala, Philippines M5.6 129 km
Jun 14, 1990 19 km SSW of Union, Philippines M5.6 121 km
Mar 27, 2006 0 km NNE of Semirara, Philippines M5.6 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 241 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 295 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 1 220 km
2022 Noru Category 5 276 km
2021 Rai Category 4 285 km
2021 Conson Category 1 95 km
2020 Goni Category 5 136 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 257 km
2020 Molave Category 2 62 km
2020 Vongfong Category 1 144 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 61 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 57 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 95 km
2016 Tokage Category 1 245 km
2015 Melor Category 4 47 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 157 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 171 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 118 km
2010 Conson Category 1 279 km
2009 Mirinae Category 2 230 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1994 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 7.3 m 81 110 km
1889 MINDORO ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 111 km
1928 SULU SEA Earthquake 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Banahaw (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 157 km
Taal Caldera 311 m (1,020 ft) 2020 161 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 165 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in Driest
April 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 7.0 in Warmest
June 83°F (29°C) 12.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 19.0 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 14.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 13.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in

Cawayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 102.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.0") and March the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Cawayan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cawayan National High School
Cawayan Elementary School
Fidel M. Reyes Memorial School
Masaguisi Elementary School
Masaguisi National High School
Camantigue Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Cawayan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bansud Public Market
Bongabong Public Market
Motorstar Center
Roxas Public Market

Airports Near Cawayan

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Godofredo P. Ramos AirportMPHMedium Airport
Marinduque AirportMRQMedium Airport
San Jose AirportSJIMedium Airport
Tugdan AirportTBHMedium Airport
General Emilio Aguinaldo AirstripSmall Airport
Pinamalayan AirportSmall Airport
Semirara AirportSmall Airport
Wasig AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
9 m (30 ft)
Area
85.3 km² (32.9 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
5212
Website
roxasormindoro.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 Cawayan

What is the population of Cawayan?

Cawayan has a population of 2,892 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 32.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cawayan?

Cawayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.4 inches.

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