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Mantang, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Mantang is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,081. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mantang
Taft, officially the Municipality of Taft, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 18,692 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,081 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8700°, 125.4283° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 140.6 inches (3,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mantang
Mantang is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,081. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 140.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 118 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 89.3 sq mi (231.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8700°N, 125.4283°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 135 km |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 97 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 27 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 57 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 134 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 105 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 178 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 17.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 20.9 in | Wettest |
Mantang has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 140.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.9") and August the driest (6.5").
Schools in Mantang
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Vicente Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Vicente Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santo Tomas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mantang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Binaloan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kandalakit Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santo Niño National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mantang
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJM 94.3 FM | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Mantang
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ESSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mantang
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagacay Public Market | |||||
| Can-Avid Wet and Dry Market Center | |||||
| Dolores Public Market |
Hotels in Mantang
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mantang
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mantang
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mantang
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mantang?
Mantang has a population of 2,081 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 89.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mantang?
Mantang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 118 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.6 inches.