Kanlagay, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Kanlagay is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 42,845. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°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 Kanlagay
Kalingalan Caluang, officially the Municipality of Kalingalan Caluang, is a municipality in the province of Sulu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 42,845 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,845 |
| Population Density | 1,432 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8757°, 121.2915° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.3 inches (1,888 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kanlagay
Kanlagay is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 42,845. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Kanlagay
Kanlagay has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Feb (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8757°N, 121.2915°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 | 80 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in |
Kanlagay has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (3.6").
Schools in Kanlagay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KanLagay Elementary School - Annex Ⅰ | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kanlagay
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jolo Airport | JOL | Medium Airport |
| Luuk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siasi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tumahubong Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kanlagay?
Kanlagay has a population of 42,845 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,432 people per square mile, spread across 29.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kanlagay?
Kanlagay 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 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.
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