Colonia, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Colonia is a large city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 116,652. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Colonia
Lamitan, officially the City of Lamitan, is a component city and de jure capital of the province of Basilan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 100,150 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 116,652 |
| Population Density | 852 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6436°, 122.1575° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.3 inches (2,066 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colonia
Colonia is a large city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 116,652. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Colonia
Colonia has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is May (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 136.9 sq mi (354.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 852/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6436°N, 122.1575°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | 13 | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in |
Colonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in February to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.9") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Colonia
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dangkalan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Colonia National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Caddayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Colonia Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balobo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Colonia
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Zamboanga | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Colonia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wee Siu Tuy Memorial Hall |
Libraries in Colonia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colonia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badja Barangay Market | |||||
| Isabela Public Market | |||||
| Oval Public Market | |||||
| Sumisip Public Market | |||||
| Sumisip Wet Market | |||||
| Tipo-tipo Public Market |
Airports Near Colonia
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zamboanga International Airport | ZAM | Large Airport |
| Limo-ok (LARBECO) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tumahubong Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colonia
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Arrahman Nawasa |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Colonia?
Colonia has a population of 116,652 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 852 people per square mile, spread across 136.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colonia?
Colonia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.
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