MacArthur, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
MacArthur is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 22,256. Elevation: 20 ft (6 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 MacArthur
MacArthur, officially the Municipality of MacArthur, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 22,256 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,256 |
| Population Density | 1,001 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8347°, 124.9953° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 117.3 inches (2,980 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About MacArthur
MacArthur is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 22,256. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 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.
Climate in MacArthur
MacArthur 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 | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 22.2 sq mi (57.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,001/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8347°N, 124.9953°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 14 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 66 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 92 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 185 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
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 |
MacArthur 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").
Schools in MacArthur
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maya Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ormocay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Casuntingan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capudlosan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| F.C. Baranda Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Liwayway Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Olmedo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| McArthur Central School | - | - | - | - |
| McArthur National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near MacArthur
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in MacArthur
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCIC Elementary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Javier's library building | 0.0 | |||||
| VSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in MacArthur
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||
| Public market | |||||
| Tolosa Public Market | |||||
| VISCA MARKET |
Gas Stations in MacArthur
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near MacArthur
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Guiuan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of MacArthur?
MacArthur has a population of 22,256 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,001 people per square mile, spread across 22.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in MacArthur?
MacArthur 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. Annual rainfall totals 117.3 inches.
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