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Dolores, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Dolores is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 9,274. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Dolores
Dolores, officially the Municipality of Dolores, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 45,314 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,274 |
| Population Density | 78 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0371°, 125.4825° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.2 inches (3,459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dolores
Dolores is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 9,274. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 122 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 119.1 sq mi (308.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0371°N, 125.4825°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 | 79 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 11 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 48 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 119 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 118 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 175 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 16.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 20.2 in | Wettest |
Dolores has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 136.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.2") and August the driest (6.3").
Colleges & Universities in Dolores
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Samar State University | University | — | — |
| Mater Divinae Gratae College | College | — | — |
| MDGC College | College | — | — |
Schools in Dolores
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Dolores Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Bonghon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rawis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malaintos Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tikling Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| DNHS Quadrangle | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dolores
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJM 94.3 FM | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Dolores
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dolores
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can-Avid Wet and Dry Market Center | |||||
| Dolores Public Market |
Hotels in Dolores
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dolores
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dolores
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dolores
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dolores
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dolores
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dolores
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dolores
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ESAMELCO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolores
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| St. Joaquim Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Dolores?
Dolores has a population of 9,274 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 119.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dolores?
Dolores 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 81°F in July. The area receives 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.2 inches.