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Wright, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Wright is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,703. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Wright
Wright is an occupational surname originating in England and Scotland. The term 'Wright' comes from the circa 700 AD Old English word wryhta or wyrhta, meaning "worker or shaper of wood". Later, the word referred to any occupational worker and came to be used as a surname.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,703 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.7703°, 125.0219° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 129.1 inches (3,278 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wright
Wright is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,703. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 129.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 124 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 5,287.3 sq mi (13,694.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.7703°N, 125.0219°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 | 117 km |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 136 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 69 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 112 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 102 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 60 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 153 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 167 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 14.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 10.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 17.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
Wright has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 129.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.9") and April the driest (7.0").
Schools in Wright
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pequit Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Wright National High School - SHS | — | — | — | — |
| Pagsa-ogan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagsa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cawayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cantao-an Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lipata Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbagan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Patag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Solupan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Weekend school | — | — | — | — |
| Binogho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tigbawon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Apolonia Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wright National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bato Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wright I Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wright II Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Minarog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pequit Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wright
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KJM 94.3 FM | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Wright
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| De Leon - Bolastig Mausuleum |
Libraries in Wright
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Samar Provincial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wright
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriciultural Foods Seasoning and Ingredients | |||||
| Bagacay Public Market | |||||
| Calbiga Market | |||||
| Catbalogan Pier 1 Fish Market | |||||
| Fish Section | |||||
| Gandara Public Market | |||||
| Meat Section | |||||
| Mercedes Public Market | |||||
| Paranas Marketplace | |||||
| Public market | |||||
| San Jorge Public Market | |||||
| Talalora Public Market | |||||
| Tizon Wet Market | |||||
| Zummaraga Fish Landing |
Hotels in Wright
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wright
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wright
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wright
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wright
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wright
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | 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 |
| Guiuan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wright
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bible Baptist Mission church | |
| San Isidro de Labrador | |
| Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Church | |
| Virgin Mary Shrine | |
| Virgin Mary Shrine |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wright
What is the population of Wright?
Wright has a population of 4,703 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,287.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wright?
Wright has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 129.1 inches.