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Taft, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Taft is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,421. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Taft
William Howard Taft was the 27th president of the United States from 1909 to 1913 and the tenth chief justice of the United States from 1921 to 1930. He is the only person to have held both offices.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,421 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.9011°, 125.4189° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 140.6 inches (3,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taft
Taft is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,421. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 140.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 118 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 89.3 sq mi (231.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.9011°N, 125.4189°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 138 km |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 95 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 25 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 57 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 105 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 177 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 17.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 20.9 in | Wettest |
Taft has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 140.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.9") and August the driest (6.5").
Schools in Taft
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beto Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malinao Integrated School — Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Malinao Integrated School — High School | — | — | — | — |
| Gayam Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Luis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pablo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Samar National School of Arts and Trade | — | — | — | — |
| Polangi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Danao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Del Remedios Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bongdo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Burak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nato Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabuhay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taft Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Taft Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Taft National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jepaco Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Taft
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJM 94.3 FM | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Taft
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ESSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Taft
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagacay Public Market | |||||
| Can-Avid Wet and Dry Market Center | |||||
| Dolores Public Market |
Hotels in Taft
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taft
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Taft
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taft
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Saint James Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Taft
What is the population of Taft?
Taft has a population of 4,421 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 89.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taft?
Taft 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 118 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 140.6 inches.