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Merida, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Merida is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,570. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,570 Population 97/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
87.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Merida

Merida

Merida, officially the Municipality of Merida, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 32,373 people.

People

Population3,570
Density97/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain87.9 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population3,570
Population Density97 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates10.9098°, 124.5376°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation87.9 inches (2,233 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Merida

Merida is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,570. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Merida has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area36.8 sq mi (95.2 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates10.9098°N, 124.5376°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.9"
131% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 11.22"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

828 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 M7.1 124 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 130 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 132 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 26 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 150 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 119 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 140 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 133 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 149 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 101 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 28 km
May 10, 2018 19 km SSE of Tubajon, Philippines M5.7 146 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 40 km
Jan 17, 2012 19 km E of Salcedo, Philippines M5.7 145 km
May 6, 1991 8 km ENE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.7 105 km
Jan 22, 2025 3 km NNW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.7 113 km
May 3, 2024 27 km SSW of Balangiga, Philippines M5.7 87 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 26 km
Oct 24, 1993 16 km SW of Cabay, Philippines M5.6 105 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 26 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 279 km
2021 Rai Category 5 97 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 149 km
2020 Molave Category 1 278 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 222 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 67 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 288 km
2015 Melor Category 4 188 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 176 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 219 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 112 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 30 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 250 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 82 km
2006 Durian Category 4 277 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 206 km
2006 Utor Category 2 62 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 166 km
2005 Roke Category 1 30 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 59 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 130 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 149 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 68 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 102 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 144 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 144 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 163 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 8.2 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 4.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 11.2 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 9.0 in

Merida has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 87.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.2") and April the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Merida

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tubod Primary School - - - -
Cambalong Elementary School - - - -
Merida Central School - - - -
Calunangan National High School - - - -
Calunangan Elementary School - - - -
Macario Elementary School - - - -
Mahalit Elementary School - - - -
Merida Vocational School - - - -
Lundag Elementary School - - - -
San Jose Elementary School - - - -
Libjo Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Merida

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban - AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Merida

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ormoc City Museum

Libraries in Merida

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0
Donghol Community Learning Center0.0

Farmers Markets in Merida

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barangay Market
Bunoy Dako
Esperanza Public Market
Mini Talipapa
Mini Talipapa
Naungan Wet Market
Ormoc City Public Market
Palompon Wet Market
Public Market
Tarok Fish Port

Stadiums & Teams in Merida

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Merida

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mactan Cebu International AirportCEBLarge Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Camotes Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilongos Airport-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
Maasin Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merida

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Libjo Open Door Christian Church
Merida Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
94 m (308 ft)
Area
95.2 km² (36.8 mi²)
Postal Code
6540

🇵🇭 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 Merida

What is the population of Merida?

Merida has a population of 3,570 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 36.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Merida?

Merida has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.9 inches.

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