Lawa-an, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Lawa-an is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 13,063. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°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 Lawa-an
Lawaan, officially the Municipality of Lawaan, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 13,063 people. It is home to Bolusao Watershed Forest Reserve, primarily located in Barangay Bolusao.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,063 |
| Population Density | 178 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1403°, 125.3014° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 132.9 inches (3,376 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lawa-an
Lawa-an is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 13,063. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 132.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Lawa-an
Lawa-an has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.1°C), the coldest is Feb (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3059 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 73.4 sq mi (190.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 178/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1403°N, 125.3014°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 55 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 107 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 121 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (54 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 94 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 96 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 17.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 17.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 19.1 in | Wettest |
Lawa-an has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 133.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.1") and August the driest (5.7").
Schools in Lawa-an
24 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Lastimado Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lawaan National School of Craftsmanship and Home Industries | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Taguite Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Beta-og Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guinob-an Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bolusao National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ferreras Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinalangga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canyoyo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amambucale Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guinob-an Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pinamitinan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Logero Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guinmaayohan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maybunga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bolusao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marabut National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Marabut National High School Compound 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Maslog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lawaan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marabut Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Divine Child Academy of Lawaan Eastern Samar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lawa-an
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KJM 94.3 FM | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Lawa-an
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balangiga Public Market | |||||
| Basey Public Market | |||||
| Outdoor Town Market (covered) | |||||
| Public Market |
Hotels in Lawa-an
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lawa-an
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lawa-an
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lawa-an
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guiuan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawa-an
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Betaog Catholic Church | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Guinmaayohan Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Lawa-an?
Lawa-an has a population of 13,063 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 73.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lawa-an?
Lawa-an has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 132.9 inches.
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