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Pilar is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 9,957. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Pilar
Pilar, officially the Municipality of Pilar, is a municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 48,789 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,957 |
| Population Density | 331 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4870°, 122.9963° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.8 inches (2,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pilar
Pilar is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 9,957. 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 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 162 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 30.1 sq mi (78.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 331/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4870°N, 122.9963°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | — | 140 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 120 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 168 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 10.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 9.3 in |
Pilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 95.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.3") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Pilar
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blasco Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Valentin D. Punsalan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Esteban Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Marciano Patricio National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Pilar Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Silvestre Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Braulio Morgan Patricio (Cayus)Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Valentin D. Punsalan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Monteflor Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pilar
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM Roxas | — | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Pilar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roxas City Museum |
Libraries in Pilar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maayon National High School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pilar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balasan Public Market | |||||
| Bancal Market Place | |||||
| Bancal Open Market | |||||
| Banica Dried Fish Section | |||||
| Carles Public Market | |||||
| Dacuton Public Market | |||||
| Estancia New Public Market | |||||
| Hipona Wet market | |||||
| Panit-an Public Market | |||||
| pilar public market | |||||
| Puregold | |||||
| Roxas New Public Market | |||||
| Superstar Bazaar | |||||
| Teodoro Arcenas Trade Centre | |||||
| Ugahan Center - Carles Food Terminal |
Monuments in Pilar
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pilar
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Manato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilar
What is the population of Pilar?
Pilar has a population of 9,957 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 331 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pilar?
Pilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.8 inches.