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Dipolo, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines

Dipolo is a small town in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 2,679. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,679 Population 46/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
105.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Dipolo

Dipolo

In physics, a dipole is an electromagnetic phenomenon which occurs in two ways:An electric dipole formed by the separation of the positive and negative electric charges.
A magnetic dipole represents a sufficiently small magnet such as those due to atoms, molecules, and electrons.

People

Population2,679
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain105.3 in/yr
Sunny Days150/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population2,679
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates7.7828°, 123.1158°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation105.3 inches (2,675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dipolo

Dipolo is a small town in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 2,679. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Dipolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days150 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area58.5 sq mi (151.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates7.7828°N, 123.1158°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 105.3"
177% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 14.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

288 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.8 on May 18, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 61 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M7.6 149 km
Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 113 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 123 km
May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 131 km
Jul 29, 2010 89 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M6.6 138 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 120 km
Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 144 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 137 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 78 km
Apr 13, 2016 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M6.0 120 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 23 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 124 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 137 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 88 km
Jul 23, 2010 66 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 142 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 50 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 123 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 117 km
Oct 4, 2009 55 km WSW of Gadung, Philippines M5.6 131 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.6 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 299 km
2021 Rai Category 4 259 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 137 km
1986 Marge Category 1 293 km
1984 Ike Category 4 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 163 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
February 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 14.6 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 13.8 in
August 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.4 in

Dipolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in February to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.6") and February the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Dipolo

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Picanan National High School
Picanan Elementary School
Diplo Elementary School
Maestro Cornelio S. Minor National High School
Mahayahay Central Pilot School
Pangi Elementary School
Salagmanok Elementary School
Kumalarang National High School – Salagmanok Extension
Mataga Elementary School
Lantawan Central Pilot School
Kitaan Dagat Primary School
Limamawan Indigenous Peoples School
Talamimi Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Dipolo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayog Public Market
Guipos Public Market
Imelda Public Market
Kumalarang Public Market
Lakewood Public Market
Margosatubig Public Market
Midsalip Public Market
Public Market - Dry Goods Section
San Miguel Public Market
Wet Market

Airports Near Dipolo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Ipil AirportIPESmall Airport
Liloy Community AirportSmall Airport
Malangas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dipolo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lokal ng Diplo, Iglesia ni Cristo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
103 m (338 ft)
Area
151.5 km² (58.5 mi²)
Postal Code
7013
Website
zds-kumalarang.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dipolo

What is the population of Dipolo?

Dipolo has a population of 2,679 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 58.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dipolo?

Dipolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.

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