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Cawayan, Philippines
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Cawayan is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,122. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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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 | 3,122 |
| Population Density | 121 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.6237°, 122.4649° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.8 inches (3,476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cawayan
Cawayan is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 3,122. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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 136.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 25.8 sq mi (66.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6237°N, 122.4649°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in |
Cawayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and April the driest (3.0").
Schools in Cawayan
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay-ang-Magpag-ong National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cawayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cawayan
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boracay Beach Radio | internet radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM Roxas | — | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love Radio Kalibo | — | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Cawayan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aklan Museum | ||||
| Atiatihan Municipal Library & Museum |
Libraries in Cawayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albasan Barangay Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cawayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balete Town Market | |||||
| Ivisan Public Market | |||||
| Jamindan Public Market | |||||
| Kalibo Public Market | |||||
| Kalibo Shopping Centre | |||||
| Makato Public Market | |||||
| Numancia Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sigma Market | |||||
| Tangalan Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Cawayan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cawayan
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | MPH | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Tugdan Airport | TBH | Medium Airport |
| Azagra Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cawayan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Locale of Ochando | |
| Polo Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Cawayan?
Cawayan has a population of 3,122 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 25.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cawayan?
Cawayan 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 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.8 inches.