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Kalawit, Philippines
Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines
Kalawit is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 8,499. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Kalawit
Kalawit, officially the Municipality of Kalawit, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 23,381 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,499 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0667°, 122.5167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.4 inches (2,373 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kalawit
Kalawit is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 8,499. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 49.6 sq mi (128.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0667°N, 122.5167°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 | — | 24 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in |
Kalawit has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and February the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Kalawit
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippine Advent College - Salug Campus | College | — | — |
Schools in Kalawit
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonino Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kipit Agro-Fishery National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kipit Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| La Libertad Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| New Salvacion Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rosalina M. Carloto Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Riverside Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Osukan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kalawit
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWR Zamboanga Peninsula | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Kalawit
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liloy Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kalawit
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labason Public Market | |||||
| Titay New Public Market | |||||
| Titay Public Market |
Gas Stations in Kalawit
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kalawit
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ipil Airport | IPE | Small Airport |
| Liloy Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malangas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siocon Airport | XSO | Small Airport |
| Sirawai Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kalawit?
Kalawit has a population of 8,499 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 49.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kalawit?
Kalawit 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 80°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.4 inches.