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Dapitan, Philippines
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Dapitan is a mid-size city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 87,699. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Dapitan
Dapitan, officially the City of Dapitan, is a component city in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 87,699 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 87,699 |
| Population Density | 582 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6561°, 123.4227° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.4 inches (2,271 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dapitan
Dapitan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 87,699. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Dapitan
Dapitan has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.1°C), the coldest is Jan (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2271 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 174 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 150.8 sq mi (390.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 582/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6561°N, 123.4227°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 150 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in |
Dapitan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (3.2").
Colleges & Universities in Dapitan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart College | College | — | — |
Schools in Dapitan
42 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulangon Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Santo Niño Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sinonoc Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Capucao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lawaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Uray Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tag-ulo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanim Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanim National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Owaon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kauswagan Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Diwa-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Vicente Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Antipolo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dapitan City National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Rizal Memorial Institute of Dapitan City, Inc. | — | — | — | — |
| Dapitan City Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Dapitan City Experimental Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oro National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Oro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bacong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mindanao Auto and Technical Skills Training Center | — | — | — | — |
| San Pedro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sulangon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Larayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Cristina Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Liyang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Canlucani Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dakak National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Taguilon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Talisay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dapitan City Special Education Center | — | — | — | — |
| Baylimango Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Baylimango National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Carang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banbanan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guimputlan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Napo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sawang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sawang National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Daro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dapitan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unbox Radio | pop, top40 | MP3 |
Museums in Dapitan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adasa Ancestral House | ||||
| Balay Hamoy Museum | ||||
| Museo Dipolog | ||||
| ONAY Museum | ||||
| Rizal Park and Shrine Dapitan | ||||
| Rizaliana Museum |
Libraries in Dapitan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dapitan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zamboanga del Norte Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dapitan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagsakan ni Edad | |||||
| Calamba Public Market | |||||
| Dapitan City Public Market | |||||
| Dapitan City Temporary Public Market | |||||
| Dipolog City Central Public Market | |||||
| Dipolog City Food Terminal | |||||
| Dried Goods Section | |||||
| Dry Goods Market | |||||
| Ilaya Public Market | |||||
| Katipunan Public Market | |||||
| Obay Public Market | |||||
| Polanco Public Market | |||||
| Punta Public Market | |||||
| Rizal Public Market | |||||
| Roxas New Public Market | |||||
| Taboan Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Hotels in Dapitan
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dapitan
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dapitan
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Dapitan
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Dapitan
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dapitan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dapitan
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dapitan
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dapitan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dapitan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dipolog Airport | DPL | Medium Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dapitan
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of God Church | |
| Dapitan Alliance Church | |
| Holy Family Chapel | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo Lokal ng Dapitan | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehova's Witnesses | |
| Lord Jesus Our Redeemer Church, Dapitan Inc. | |
| San Jose Chapel | |
| Santo Nino Chapel | |
| St. James the Greater Parish Church | |
| St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish Chuch |
Quick Facts
Around Dapitan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dapitan
14 places within 15 km
- • Fort de Dapitan
- • Galeria Indelecio
- • Pulauan Lighthouse
- • Sibutad Lighthouse
- • Tag-ulo Lighthouse
- • Langtoy Hill
- • Linabo Peak
- • Mount Canim
- • Mount Lab
- • Mount Latugon
- + 3 more
- • Ilihan Hill
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dapitan
What is the population of Dapitan?
Dapitan has a population of 87,699 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 582 people per square mile, spread across 150.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dapitan?
Dapitan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.4 inches.