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Paranas

City in Western Samar, Philippines

Overview

Paranas is a small town in Western Samar, Philippines, celebrated for its proximity to the pristine rivers and forests of Samar Island Natural Park. It is a gateway for eco-tourism and adventure activities, while preserving a distinctly local atmosphere. Visitors appreciate its blend of natural beauty, rural simplicity, and warm hospitality.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Western Samar
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
11.85°, 124.96°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$492
Local Cost
$240
Local Income
$180
Cashless
25
English
50
Temperature
26.0°C
Summer Avg
26.5°C
Winter Avg
24.9°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
18.1°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
3333 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 53/100.

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