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Pawican, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Pawican is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 3,158. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3,158 Population 43/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Pawican

Pawican

Cataingan, officially the Municipality of Cataingan, is a municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 51,165 people.

People

Population3,158
Density43/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population3,158
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates12.0741°, 123.9706°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation91.5 inches (2,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pawican

Pawican is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 3,158. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 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 91.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Pawican 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 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area74.0 sq mi (191.6 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates12.0741°N, 123.9706°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.5"
141% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 11.46"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

535 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 142 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 127 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 139 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 16 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 136 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 144 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 29 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 129 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 24 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 121 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 149 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 150 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 103 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 12 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 137 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 144 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 110 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 141 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 232 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 118 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 209 km
2021 Rai Category 4 221 km
2021 Conson Category 1 293 km
2020 Goni Category 5 164 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 275 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 49 km
2020 Molave Category 1 148 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 104 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 55 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 159 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 252 km
2015 Melor Category 4 70 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 200 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 20 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 126 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 102 km
2010 Conson Category 1 249 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 46 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 16 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 78 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 87 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 109 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 166 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 166 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 177 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 7.3 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
March 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in Driest
May 83°F (29°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 9.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in

Pawican has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (3.3").

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Schools in Pawican

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pawican National High School
Martin T. Miscala Elementary School
San Isidro Elementary School
Libtong Elementary School
Pawican Elementary School
Loreto A. Yanson Elementary School
Malobago Elementary School
Abaca Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Pawican

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Palanas Public Market
Poblacion Public Market
Public Market

Airports Near Pawican

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Amoroy AirportSmall Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Calanay AirportSmall Airport
Manato AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Sicogon AirstripICOSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pawican

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balay Silangan Reformation Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
43 m (141 ft)
Area
191.6 km² (74.0 mi²)
Postal Code
5415
Website
cataingan.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 Pawican

What is the population of Pawican?

Pawican has a population of 3,158 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 74.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pawican?

Pawican 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 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.5 inches.

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