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Mapanas, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Mapanas is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,574. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Mapanas
Mapanas, officially the Municipality of Mapanas, is a municipality in the province of Northern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 14,858 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,574 |
| Population Density | 79 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4750°, 125.2562° |
| 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 | 137.4 inches (3,491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mapanas
Mapanas is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,574. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 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 137.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 124 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 45.5 sq mi (117.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4750°N, 125.2562°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 80 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 58 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 86 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 65 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (132 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 132 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 134 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 16.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 19.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 20.8 in | Wettest |
Mapanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 137.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.8") and April the driest (6.2").
Schools in Mapanas
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapanas Agro-Industrial High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mapanas Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Magta-on Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magtaon National High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Siljagon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Siljagon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naparasan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quezon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magsaysay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Potenciana Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manaybanay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mapanas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Mapanas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Palapag Public Market |
Airports Near Mapanas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mapanas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Angel's Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Mapanas?
Mapanas has a population of 3,574 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 45.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mapanas?
Mapanas 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 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.4 inches.