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Esperanza, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Esperanza is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,141. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,141 Population 46/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
173.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Esperanza

Esperanza

Bacolod, officially the Municipality of Bacolod, is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 24,963 people. The town is home to the ruins of an old Spanish fort, known as Fort Almonte, which is in dire need of proper conservation and faithful restoration by the National Museum of the Philippines.

People

Population2,141
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain173.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population2,141
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates8.1808°, 124.0072°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation173.4 inches (4,404 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Esperanza

Esperanza is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,141. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 173.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 173.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Philippines avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area46.9 sq mi (121.4 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates8.1808°N, 124.0072°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 173.4"
356% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 20.47"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

256 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 150 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 134 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 31 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 148 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 112 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 93 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 144 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 100 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 105 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 100 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 118 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 118 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 106 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 65 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 141 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 107 km
Sep 8, 1999 44 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.5 122 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 142 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 283 km
2021 Rai Category 4 214 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 59 km
1995 Zack Category 2 286 km
1994 Owen Category 1 242 km
1993 Nell Category 1 225 km
1990 Mike Category 4 258 km
1986 Marge Category 1 206 km
1984 Ike Category 4 203 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 135 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 150 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 4.4 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 6.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 9.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 12.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 18.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 20.5 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in
December 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in

Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 116.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.5") and April the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Esperanza

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Liangan West Elementary School
Bacolod Central Elementary School
Santo Niño High School of Bacolod
Rufino Santos, Sr. Memorial Elementary School
Alegria Elementary School
Babalaya Elementary School
Kahayag Elementary School
Felisa Santos Elementary School
Esperanza Elementary School
Liangan National High School
Liangan East Elementary School
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Museums in Esperanza

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Macapagal Ancestral House
Museo

Libraries in Esperanza

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aloran Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
La Librarie Botique0.0
Main Library Building0.0

Farmers Markets in Esperanza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aloran Public Market
Dimaluna Public Market
Iligan City Central Market
Kauswagan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Linamon Public Market
Maigo Public Market
Malingao Public Market
Ozamiz City Public Mall
Pala-o Market
Pana-on Public Market
Sinonoc Coastal Market
Talipapa
Talipapa
Talipapa
Tudela Public Market
Unicity

Clinics in Esperanza

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Andot Medical Clinic

Bus Stations in Esperanza

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacolod Transport Station

Gas Stations in Esperanza

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RM Petrol
Seaoil
Shell

Banks in Esperanza

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Valley Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Esperanza

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Esperanza

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Balabagan AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation AirstripSmall Airport
Wao AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Esperanza

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balo-i Rural Health Unit
Health Center Purok 6
Health Center Purok 6
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Tonggo Health Center
Tonggo Health Center

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
45 m (148 ft)
Area
104.1 km² (40.2 mi²)
Postal Code
9205
Website
bacolodldn.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 Esperanza

What is the population of Esperanza?

Esperanza has a population of 2,141 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 46.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Esperanza?

Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 173.4 inches.

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