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Peña, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Peña is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,537. Elevation: 584 ft (178 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,537 Population 38/sq mi density
584 ft Elevation 178 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
91.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Peña

Peña

Palanas, officially the Municipality of Palanas, is a municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 28,133 people.

People

Population2,537
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain91.5 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Population2,537
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates12.0890°, 123.9384°
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 Peña

Peña is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,537. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet (178 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.

Peña 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 584 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

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area66.1 sq mi (171.1 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates12.0890°N, 123.9384°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

502 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 M7.1 144 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 131 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 142 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 18 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 135 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 145 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 26 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 131 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 21 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 147 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 125 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 99 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 9 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 139 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 111 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 148 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 39 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 27 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 145 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

61 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 2 121 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 210 km
2021 Rai Category 4 223 km
2021 Conson Category 1 289 km
2020 Goni Category 5 161 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 272 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 49 km
2020 Molave Category 1 147 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 103 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 57 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 157 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 253 km
2015 Melor Category 4 68 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 204 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 22 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 125 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 102 km
2010 Conson Category 1 248 km
2009 Mirinae Category 2 298 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 - 18 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 77 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 90 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 107 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 166 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 170 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 177 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 185 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

Peña 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 Peña

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Libertad Elementary School - - - -
Cabanuyoan Elementary School - - - -
Matugnao Elementary School - - - -
Catoogan Primary School - - - -
San Isidro Elementary School - - - -
San Carlos Elementary School - - - -
Banco Elementary School - - - -
Cadulawan Elementary School - - - -
Maanahao Elementary School - - - -
Maanahao Elementary School - - - -
Teofilo T. Tambago Elementary School - - - -
Miabas National High School - - - -
Libertad High School - - - -
Marcelo A. Añonuevo Memorial High School - - - -
Malatawan Elementary School - - - -
Antipolo Elementary School - - - -
Mabini Elementary School - - - -
Aniano Almanzor Elementary School - - - -
Biga-a Elementary School - - - -
Apolinario Etang Elementary School - - - -
Salvacion Elementary School - - - -
Salvacion National High School - - - -
San Carlos High School - - - -
Matubinao Elementary School - - - -
Liong National High School - - - -
Liong Elementary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Peña

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Palanas Public Market
Poblacion Public Market
Public Market

Airports Near Peña

10 airports within the area.

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

Treatment Centers in Peña

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balay Silangan Reformation Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Peña

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Spirit Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
53 m (174 ft)
Area
171.1 km² (66.0 mi²)
Postal Code
5404

🇵🇭 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 Peña

What is the population of Peña?

Peña has a population of 2,537 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 66.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Peña?

Peña 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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