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Masarayao, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Masarayao is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,085. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,085 Population 9/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
93.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Masarayao

Masarayao

Ormoc, officially the City of Ormoc, is an independent component city in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 238,545 inhabitants, making it the second most-populous city in the province of Leyte after the provincial capital of Tacloban. Ormoc City is the economic, cultural, commercial and transportation hub of western Leyte.

People

Population2,085
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain93.6 in/yr
Sunny Days166/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population2,085
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates11.0897°, 124.6175°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation93.6 inches (2,377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Masarayao

Masarayao is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,085. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Masarayao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 93.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days166 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area236.9 sq mi (613.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates11.0897°N, 124.6175°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 93.6"
146% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 11.93"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.41"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

931 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 17, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 145 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 149 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 139 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 4 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 120 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 98 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 143 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 134 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 106 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 21 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 142 km
Jan 17, 2012 19 km E of Salcedo, Philippines M5.7 133 km
May 6, 1991 8 km ENE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.7 111 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 25 km
May 3, 2024 27 km SSW of Balangiga, Philippines M5.7 82 km
Jan 22, 2025 3 km NNW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.7 125 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 106 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 145 km
Oct 24, 1993 16 km SW of Cabay, Philippines M5.6 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 24 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 258 km
2021 Rai Category 5 119 km
2020 Goni Category 5 281 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 127 km
2020 Molave Category 1 258 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 202 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 46 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 268 km
2015 Melor Category 4 168 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 157 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 91 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 197 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 22 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 272 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 60 km
2006 Durian Category 4 257 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 184 km
2006 Utor Category 2 40 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 146 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 62 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 149 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (38 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 38 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 49 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 111 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 156 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 157 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 179 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 8.8 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.4 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
November 80°F (26°C) 11.9 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in

Masarayao has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.9") and April the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Masarayao

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Magaswe Elementary School
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Pedro G. Bañez National High School
Hibunaon Elementary School
Milagro Elementary School
Cambantog Primary School – Annex
Lake Danao Elementary School
Mahayag Elementary School
Bagong Elementary School
Sacred Heart Children's Educational Center
Concepcion Elementary School
Nueva Vista Elementary School
Juaton Elementary School
Dayhagan Elementary School
Dolores Elementary School
Dolores National High School
Luna Elementary School
Cabaon-an Primary School
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Radio Stations near Masarayao

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Masarayao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ormoc City Museum

Libraries in Masarayao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alangalan Municipal Library0.0
Carigara Municipal Library and Museum0.0
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0
Jaro Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Masarayao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alangalang Public Market
Barangay Market
Bunoy Dako
Carigara Public Market
Carigara Public Market
Fruits & Vegetables
Fruits & Vegetables
Jaro Public Market
Kananga Public Market
Mini Talipapa
Mini Talipapa
Naungan Wet Market
New Carigara Public Market
Ormoc City Public Market
Palompon Wet Market
Public Market
Public Market
SMB Grounds
Tabango Public Market
Tabango Public Market
Tarok Fish Port

Restaurants in Masarayao

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mimay's Seafood Place

Cafes in Masarayao

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

88 Cafe

Gas Stations in Masarayao

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OEL
Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Masarayao

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Masarayao

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Camotes AirstripSmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Hilongos AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Masarayao

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Barangay Chapel
Barangay Chapel
Chapel
Claretian Missionaries Novitiate House
Dolores Church
Living Word Christian Ministries
Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel
San Isidro Labrador Chapel
San Roque Chapel
San Roque Chapel
Shekina Glory Ministry Inc.
Sta. Cruz Chapel

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
234 m (768 ft)
Area
613.6 km² (236.8 mi²)
Founded
1834
Postal Code
6541
Mayor
Lucy Torres-Gomez
Website
ormoc.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Masarayao

What is the population of Masarayao?

Masarayao has a population of 2,085 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 236.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Masarayao?

Masarayao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.6 inches.

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