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La Paz, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

La Paz is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,146. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

4,146 Population 148/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
117.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About La Paz

La Paz

La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. Its metropolitan area, which includes the neighboring city of El Alto, and other smaller towns, is the second most populous urban area in Bolivia, with a population of 2.2 million, after Santa Cruz de la Sierra with a population of 2.3 million. The city is also the capital of the department of the same name.

People

Population4,146
Density148/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain117.3 in/yr
Sunny Days134/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population4,146
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates10.8925°, 124.9558°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation117.3 inches (2,980 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Paz

La Paz is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,146. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 117.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

La Paz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 117.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days134 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area28.1 sq mi (72.7 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates10.8925°N, 124.9558°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 117.3"
209% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 15.59"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,338 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 147 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 145 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 146 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 133 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 130 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 135 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 122 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 44 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 100 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 127 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 112 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 105 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 130 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 132 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 144 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 128 km
Aug 26, 1999 39 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M5.9 128 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 65 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 22 km
Aug 8, 1996 22 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M5.8 144 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 38 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 256 km
2021 Rai Category 5 101 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 146 km
2020 Molave Category 1 279 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 225 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 57 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 290 km
2015 Melor Category 4 192 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 145 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 112 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 213 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 21 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 261 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 81 km
2006 Durian Category 4 279 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 188 km
2006 Utor Category 1 59 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 157 km
2005 Roke Category 1 21 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 22 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 130 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (8 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 8 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 73 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 84 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 188 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 189 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 13.9 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 10.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 8.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 15.6 in Wettest
December 78°F (26°C) 14.7 in

La Paz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 117.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and August the driest (6.8").

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Schools in La Paz

31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Limba Elementary School
Cabadiangan Elementary School
Cacao Elementary School
Pansud Primary School
Caabangan Elementary School
Cogon Primary School
Doyog Elementary School
Buracan Elementary School
Buracan National High School
Gimeranat East Elementary School
Gimeranat West Elementary School
Pawa Primary School
Attorney Roque A. Marcos Memorial School
Canbañez Elementary School
Nicasio Vivero Memorial Primary School
Jacinta Vivero Memorial Primary School
Moroboro Elementary School
Bongtod Primary School
Tarugan Primary School
San Victoray Elementary School
Caltayan Primary School
Santa Ana National High School
Santa Ana Elementary School
Camansi Elementary School
Mag-aso Elementary School
Rizal Elementary School
Bagacay East Elementary School
La Paz Central School
Mabini Elementary School
Bagacay West Primary School
Miguel Gernale Memorial Primary School
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Radio Stations near La Paz

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in La Paz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FCIC Elementary Library0.0
Javier's library building0.0
VSU Library0.0

Farmers Markets in La Paz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abuyog Marketplace
Abuyog Public MArket
Baybay City Public Market
Burauen Commercial Complex
Burauen Public Market
by Stalls
Community Talipapa
Dagami Public Market
Dulag Public Market
Dulag Wet Market
La Paz Shopping Square
Mini Market
Pastrana Public Market
Pastrana Public Market
Public market
Tanauan New Public Market
Tanauan New Wet Public Market
Temporary Market
Tolosa Public Market
VISCA MARKET

Airports Near La Paz

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Camotes AirstripSmall Airport
Hilongos AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport
Maasin AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in La Paz

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Philippine Postal Corporation

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Paz

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Cristo, Lokal ng La Paz
Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage Parish Church
Saint Anne Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
144 m (472 ft)
Area
72.7 km² (28.1 mi²)
Postal Code
6508

🇵🇭 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

Volcanoes Near La Paz

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m

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 La Paz

What is the population of La Paz?

La Paz has a population of 4,146 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 28.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Paz?

La Paz 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 81°F in July. The area receives 134 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.3 inches.

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