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Palo, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Palo is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 17,534. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palo
Palo, officially the Municipality of Palo, is a Philippine municipality in the province of Leyte. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 80,291 people, making it the most populous municipality (non-city) in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,534 |
| Population Density | 205 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1575°, 124.9908° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.6 inches (2,834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palo
Palo is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 17,534. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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 111.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Palo
Palo has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2785 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 141 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 85.4 sq mi (221.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1575°N, 124.9908°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 50 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 119 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 150 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 142 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (33 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 64 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 100 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 14.4 in |
Palo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 111.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.0") and April the driest (6.2").
Schools in Palo
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guindapunan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palo I Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Palo National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Cogon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canhidoc Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capirawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cangumbang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Libertad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Jose Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salvacion Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caloogan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alpha-Omega Learning Center | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arado Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gacao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Naga-naga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John the Evangelist School of Theology | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's Academy | - | - | - | - |
| San Joaquin Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Luntad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sacred Heart Seminary | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KJM 94.3 FM | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Palo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Museum and Herbarium | ||||
| Price Mansion | ||||
| Santo Niño Shrine |
Libraries in Palo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalan Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jaro Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Gradschool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Gradschool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Undergrad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LNU Undergrad Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Palo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Palo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palo Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| PCS School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UPTC Library Building | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalang Public Market | |||||
| Antonina | |||||
| Basey Public Market | |||||
| Burauen Commercial Complex | |||||
| Burauen Public Market | |||||
| Dagami Public Market | |||||
| Dried Fish Section | |||||
| Dulag Public Market | |||||
| Dulag Wet Market | |||||
| Fish Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Jaro Public Market | |||||
| Meat & Poultry Section | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Palo Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Pastrana Public Market | |||||
| Root Crops Section | |||||
| San Jose Public Market | |||||
| Tacloban Super Market | |||||
| Tanauan New Public Market | |||||
| Tanauan New Wet Public Market | |||||
| Temporary Market | |||||
| Tindahan ni CF | |||||
| Tolosa Public Market | |||||
| V&G Flea Market (Talipapa) | |||||
| Wet Market |
Hotels in Palo
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Palo
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Palo
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Palo
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palo
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palo
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Palo
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palo
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Palo
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Accu-right Medical and Diagnostic Center | ||
| Acebedo Optical & Eyecare Clinic | ||
| CQ and D medical clinic | ||
| Dermatology Skin Health Clinic | ||
| EC Maternity Clinic & Laboratory | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Life Extension | ||
| MGM Clinic | ||
| Rayleen's Polyclinic and Diagnostic Center | ||
| RH Medical Clinic | ||
| St. Camillus Multispecialty Clinic | ||
| The Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palo
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Caloogan Chapel | |
| Cangumbang Chapel | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng San Joaquin | |
| Iglesia ni Kristo - Lokal ng Palo | |
| Naga-Naga Chapel | |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel | |
| Palo Cathedral Curch | |
| Palo Metropolitan Cathedral | |
| Purisima Grotto | |
| Sacred Heart Seminary Chapel | |
| Salvacion Chapel | |
| San Isidro Chapel | |
| San Roque Chapel | |
| SJEST Chapel | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Palo
What is the population of Palo?
Palo has a population of 17,534 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 85.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palo?
Palo 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 141 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.6 inches.