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Cervantes, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Cervantes is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,344. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Cervantes
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra was a Spanish writer widely regarded as the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world's pre-eminent novelists. He is best known for his two-part novel Don Quixote, a work considered to be the first modern novel. Don Quixote has been labelled by many well-known authors as the "best book of all time" and the "best and most central work in world literature".
People
Climate
| Population | 2,344 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.3686°, 124.6597° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.8 inches (3,068 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cervantes
Cervantes is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,344. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 132 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 108.1 sq mi (280.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3686°N, 124.6597°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 146 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 67 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 142 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 79 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 95 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 16.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 17.0 in | Wettest |
Cervantes has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 120.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.0") and April the driest (5.1").
Schools in Cervantes
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hibalagnan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Somoroy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gebonawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paguite Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Roxas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nazareno Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cervantes Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Geratigan Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Rosario Lim Uy National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Curry Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Miguel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gemarobay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cervantes
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Cervantes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samar Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| UEP Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cervantes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobon Public Market | |||||
| Catarman Wet Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market |
Airports Near Cervantes
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cervantes
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cervantes?
Cervantes has a population of 2,344 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 108.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cervantes?
Cervantes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.8 inches.