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Kauit, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Kauit is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,771. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,771 Population 18/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
95.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population5,771
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain95.9 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population5,771
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.1860°, 123.9459°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation95.9 inches (2,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kauit

Kauit is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 5,771. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Kauit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 95.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area312.6 sq mi (809.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates11.1860°N, 123.9459°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 95.9"
152% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.29"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

398 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 147 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 75 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 110 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 125 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 119 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 110 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 94 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 99 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 87 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 145 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 133 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 81 km
Mar 17, 2004 8 km WNW of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 83 km
Feb 11, 1998 6 km S of Sogod, Philippines M5.5 149 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 91 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 145 km
May 23, 2003 10 km NNE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 89 km
May 2, 2003 14 km NE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 92 km
Aug 15, 1999 23 km ESE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 78 km
Mar 1, 2020 6 km NNW of Guindapunan, Philippines M5.4 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 36 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 287 km
2021 Rai Category 4 124 km
2020 Goni Category 5 260 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 138 km
2020 Molave Category 1 247 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 202 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 49 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 257 km
2015 Melor Category 4 169 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 217 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 103 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 218 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 27 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 253 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 59 km
2006 Durian Category 4 247 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 202 km
2006 Utor Category 3 54 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 153 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 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 170 130 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 74 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 91 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 97 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 108 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 124 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 171 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 83°F (29°C) 2.6 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
August 84°F (29°C) 7.0 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in Wettest
November 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in

Kauit has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Kauit

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kawit National High School - - - -
Kawit Elementary School - - - -
Gibitngil Integrated School - - - -
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Museums in Kauit

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
City of Bogo Museum

Libraries in Kauit

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bantayan Public Library0.0
City of Bogo Museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Kauit

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Atop-atop Satellite Market
Bantayan Public Market
Bantayan Public Market Fruit Stalls
Bantayan Public Market Vegetable & Dried Seafoods Section
Bantayan Wet Market
Binabag Public Market
Bogo Public Market
Daanbantayan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Madridejos Public Market
Medellin Public Market
San Remigio Public Market
Tabogon Public Market
Tambongon Public Market

Gas Stations in Kauit

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kawit Gasoline Station

Airports Near Kauit

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Bantayan Airport-Small Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Camotes Airstrip-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
Refugio Airstrip-Small Airport
Sicogon AirstripICOSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kauit

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Ignatius of Loyola

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
8 m (26 ft)
Postal Code
6012

🇵🇭 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 Kauit

What is the population of Kauit?

Kauit has a population of 5,771 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 312.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kauit?

Kauit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.9 inches.

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