Kawayan, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Kawayan is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 21,422. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Kawayan
Kawayan, officially the Municipality of Kawayan, is a municipality in the province of Biliran, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,422 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,422 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.6794°, 124.3567° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.7 inches (2,582 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kawayan
Kawayan is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 21,422. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Kawayan
Kawayan has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.2°C), the coldest is Feb (26.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2364 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.8°F |
| 44% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 792.4 sq mi (2,052.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.6794°N, 124.3567°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 131 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 140 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 26 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 126 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 181 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 11.3 in |
Kawayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.4") and April the driest (4.5").
Schools in Kawayan
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulalacao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balacson Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kawayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabunan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masagaosao Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabunan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Masagongsong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kansanoc Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kawayan Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Bilwang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burabod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tubig Guinoo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| L. Atillo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kawayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biliran Public Market | |||||
| Caibiran Public Market | |||||
| Naval Market Park | |||||
| Naval Public Market |
Restaurants in Kawayan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kawayan
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kawayan?
Kawayan has a population of 21,422 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 792.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kawayan?
Kawayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 101.7 inches.
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