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Santa Rita, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Santa Rita is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,338. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Santa Rita
Santa Rita, officially the Municipality of Santa Rita, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 42,397 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,338 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4502°, 124.9425° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.5 inches (2,831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Rita
Santa Rita is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,338. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Rita
Santa Rita 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 | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 141 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 159.0 sq mi (411.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4502°N, 124.9425°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 | 82 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 97 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 123 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 125 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (45 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 45 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 133 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 12.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 14.7 in |
Santa Rita has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 111.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.8") and April the driest (5.8").
Schools in Santa Rita
55+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvacion Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Victory Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naga-asan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taguite Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malibago Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magcasuang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Planza Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guintigui-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Agustin National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Uban Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Governor E. Jaro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pagsulhugon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pagsulhugon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagpuro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cansadong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calbang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| New Manunca Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Canunay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ormocanay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagong Silang Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lourdes Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cadaragan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cabacungan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| La Paz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Anibongon Integrated School - Secondary | — | — | — | — |
| Anibongon Integrated School - Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Tominamos Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Tulay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aslum Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Inasudlan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Barcelona Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sangputan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bino-ongan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Siga Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malibago National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Agustin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagolibas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pascual Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lupig Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Manunca Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Eduardo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hita-as Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Binanalan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Isidro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Parasanon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alegria Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hinangutdan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hinangutdan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Rita National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Parasanon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Camayse Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guinbalot-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tomandog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Rita Ⅰ Central School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Rita
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Santa Rita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Museum and Herbarium | ||||
| Price Mansion | ||||
| Santo Niño Shrine |
Libraries in Santa Rita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalan 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 | |||||
| UPTC Library Building | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Rita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alangalang Public Market | |||||
| Antonina | |||||
| Babatngon Public Market | |||||
| Basey Public Market | |||||
| Calbiga Market | |||||
| Dried Fish Section | |||||
| Fish Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Fruits & Vegetable Section | |||||
| Meat & Poultry Section | |||||
| Public market | |||||
| Root Crops Section | |||||
| San Jose Public Market | |||||
| Santa Rita Public Market | |||||
| Tacloban Super Market | |||||
| Talalora Public Market | |||||
| V&G Flea Market (Talipapa) | |||||
| Zummaraga Fish Landing |
Restaurants in Santa Rita
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Rita
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Rita
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Rita
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Rita
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Acebedo Optical & Eyecare Clinic | ||
| CQ and D medical clinic | ||
| Dermatology Skin Health Clinic | ||
| EC Maternity Clinic & Laboratory | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Life Extension | ||
| MGM Clinic | ||
| St. Camillus Multispecialty Clinic | ||
| The Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Rita
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lokal ng Leyte East | |
| Santa Rita de Casia Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Rita?
Santa Rita has a population of 4,338 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 159.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Rita?
Santa Rita 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 82°F in July. The area receives 141 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.5 inches.