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Gandara, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Gandara is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,982. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Gandara
Gandara, officially the Municipality of Gandara (Waray: Bungto han Gandara), is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 36,826 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,982 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.0130°, 124.8118° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.7 inches (2,963 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gandara
Gandara is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,982. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 134 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 221.4 sq mi (573.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.0130°N, 124.8118°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 147 km |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 141 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 84 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 82 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 112 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 62 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 118 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 15.2 in |
Gandara has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 116.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.5") and April the driest (5.6").
Schools in Gandara
44 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gayondato Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramon T. Diaz Memorial High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pelayo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Francisco Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Elena Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nalihugan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nacube Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pizarro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Palambrag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Marcos Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Miguel Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santo Niño Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calirocan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carmona Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Diaz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| El Cano Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bunyagan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Natimonan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gereganan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tawiran Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rizal Primary School 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Canhumawid Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sidmon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jazmines Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rawis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bunyagan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabuhay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buenos Aires Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buenos Aires Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Piñaplata Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Piñaplata Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Catorse de Agosto Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Makugo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bangahon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hampton Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gandara II Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagnao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Samoyao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Casandig Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gerali Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Casab-ahan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gandara I Central School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michaels High School Grounds | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gandara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gandara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Missionaries of Sacred Heart |
Libraries in Gandara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calbayog City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Samar Provincial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gandara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriciultural Foods Seasoning and Ingredients | |||||
| Calbayog Fish Market | |||||
| Calbayog Public Market | |||||
| Catbalogan Pier 1 Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Section | |||||
| Gandara Public Market | |||||
| Mangroove Restaurant | |||||
| Meat Section | |||||
| Mercedes Public Market | |||||
| Pagsanghan Public Market | |||||
| Paranas Marketplace | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| San Jorge Public Market | |||||
| Tizon Wet Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Hotels in Gandara
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gandara
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gandara
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gandara
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gandara
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gandara
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gandara
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gandara
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gandara
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gandara
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gandara Temporary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gandara
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Saint Michael Archangel Church | |
| Taganao Church | |
| Temple of Christ CHurch | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Gandara?
Gandara has a population of 3,982 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 221.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gandara?
Gandara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.