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Rizal, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Rizal is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,835. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Rizal
Kananga, officially the Municipality of Kananga, is a First Income Class municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 60,885 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,835 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1764°, 124.5794° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.6 inches (2,453 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rizal
Rizal is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,835. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 161 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 55.7 sq mi (144.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1764°N, 124.5794°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 72 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 147 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 39 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 121 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 180 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in |
Rizal has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.2") and April the driest (4.5").
Schools in Rizal
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rizal Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rizal National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rizal
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Rizal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormoc City Museum |
Libraries in Rizal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carigara Municipal Library and Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Donghol Community Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Jaro Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rizal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barangay Market | |||||
| Bunoy Dako | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetables | |||||
| Jaro Public Market | |||||
| Kananga Public Market | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Naungan Wet Market | |||||
| New Carigara Public Market | |||||
| Ormoc City Public Market | |||||
| Palompon Wet Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| SMB Grounds | |||||
| Tabango Public Market | |||||
| Tabango Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Rizal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rizal
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rizal
What is the population of Rizal?
Rizal has a population of 3,835 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 55.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rizal?
Rizal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 161 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.6 inches.