Kolape, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Kolape is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 52,657. Elevation: 26 ft (8 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 Kolape
Panglima Sugala, officially the Municipality of Panglima Sugala, is a municipality in the province of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 48,055 people. It was formerly known as Balimbing.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,657 |
| Population Density | 104 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.0703°, 119.8969° |
| 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 | 68.0 inches (1,726 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kolape
Kolape is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 52,657. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 68.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Kolape
Kolape has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Feb (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1499 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 506.0 sq mi (1,310.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.0703°N, 119.8969°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 6.1 in |
Kolape has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (4.5").
Schools in Kolape
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magsaggaw Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kulape Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rosemin M. Sahali Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Takot-takot Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarawakan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Kolape
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bato-Bato Public Market | |||||
| Bongao Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Airports Near Kolape
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sanga Sanga Airport | TWT | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kolape
What is the population of Kolape?
Kolape has a population of 52,657 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 506.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kolape?
Kolape 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 68.0 inches.
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