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Lawa-an, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Lawa-an is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 0. Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
107.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Lawa-an

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

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain107.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Population Density0 / sq mi
Coordinates11.1500°, 122.0333°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation107.4 inches (2,728 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lawa-an

Lawa-an is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 0. 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.

Lawa-an has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 107.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average).

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Area78.7 sq mi (203.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates11.1500°N, 122.0333°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.4"
183% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 22.50"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

168 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 21, 2025.

Jun 14, 1990 0 km ESE of Union, Philippines M7.1 69 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 115 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 116 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Mar 27, 2006 0 km NNE of Semirara, Philippines M5.6 124 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 37 km
Jun 14, 1990 19 km SSW of Union, Philippines M5.6 56 km
Sep 29, 2000 34 km SW of Taclobo, Philippines M5.6 109 km
Jun 14, 1990 8 km SSW of Manika, Philippines M5.5 30 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 120 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 33 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 106 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 64 km
Feb 12, 1997 48 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.2 111 km
Feb 27, 2000 6 km SSW of Hamtic, Philippines M5.2 57 km
Jul 11, 2009 29 km WNW of Bulata, Philippines M5.1 136 km
Sep 1, 2003 21 km ESE of Alcantara, Philippines M5.1 115 km
Aug 13, 2022 26 km S of Magdalena, Philippines M5.1 108 km
Jul 14, 2005 5 km NNW of Calaya, Philippines M5.1 92 km
May 17, 2025 24 km W of Bulata, Philippines M5.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 87 km
2021 Rai Category 4 122 km
2021 Conson Category 1 264 km
2020 Goni Category 5 284 km
2020 Molave Category 2 229 km
2020 Vongfong Category 2 227 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 218 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 83 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 250 km
2015 Melor Category 4 195 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 291 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 227 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 68 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 179 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 107 km
2006 Durian Category 4 263 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 281 km
2006 Utor Category 3 104 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 203 km
2005 Roke Category 1 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 53 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Lawa-an

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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
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Museums in Lawa-an

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Old Casa Real de Patnongon
Tibiao Museum

Farmers Markets in Lawa-an

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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

Budz Cafe & Rotisserie

Gas Stations in Lawa-an

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Airports Near Lawa-an

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iloilo International AirportILOLarge Airport
Kalibo International AirportKLOLarge Airport
Evelio Javier AirportEUQMedium Airport
Roxas AirportRXSMedium Airport
Guimaras AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lawa-an

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Isidore Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
228 m (748 ft)
Area
100.7 km² (38.9 mi²)
Founded
1915
Postal Code
5705

🇵🇭 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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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. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.4 inches.

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