Lawa-an, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Lawa-an is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 28,177. Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 | 28,177 |
| Population Density | 358 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1500°, 122.0333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 107.4 inches (2,728 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lawa-an
Lawa-an is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 28,177. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Lawa-an
Lawa-an has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2845 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Area | 78.7 sq mi (203.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 358/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1500°N, 122.0333°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 53 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (137 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 17.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 22.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 22.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in |
Lawa-an has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in February to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (22.5") and March the driest (1.7").
Schools in Lawa-an
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lupa-an Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laua-an National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Alfredo Magluyan, Sr. Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
| Oloc Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guiamon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Latazon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canituan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Laua-an Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Tigunhao Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lactudan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maybunga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Lawa-an
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Casa Real de Patnongon | ||||
| Tibiao Museum |
Farmers Markets in Lawa-an
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbaza Public Market | |||||
| Guisijan Public Market | |||||
| Laua-an Public Market | |||||
| Patnongon Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Tibiao Public Market |
Restaurants in Lawa-an
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lawa-an
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lawa-an
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Evelio Javier Airport | EUQ | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawa-an
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Isidore Parish Church |
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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 28,177 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 358 people per square mile, spread across 78.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lawa-an?
Lawa-an has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 107.4 inches.
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