La Dicha, Philippines
Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines
La Dicha is a mid-size city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 32,423. Elevation: 351 ft (107 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 La Dicha
Diplahan, officially the Municipality of Diplahan, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 32,423 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,423 |
| Population Density | 329 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.6760°, 123.0023° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.3 inches (2,675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Dicha
La Dicha is a mid-size city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 32,423. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet (107 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.
Climate in La Dicha
La Dicha has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Jul (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2191 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 351 ft (107 m) |
| Area | 98.7 sq mi (255.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.6760°N, 123.0023°E |
| 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 | - | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (176 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
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 |
La Dicha 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").
Schools in La Dicha
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Baguio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palalian Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bawang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Del Pilar Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guilawa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malongon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| La Dicha National High School | - | - | - | - |
| La Dicha Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kauswagan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| PNOC Village Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Diplahan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Diplahan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lobing Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Dicha
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWR Zamboanga Peninsula | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in La Dicha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayog Public Market | |||||
| Imelda Public Market | |||||
| Kumalarang Public Market | |||||
| Lakewood Public Market | |||||
| Margosatubig Public Market | |||||
| Public Market - Dry Goods Section | |||||
| Wet Market |
Bus Stations in La Dicha
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Dicha
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Dicha
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Ipil Airport | IPE | Small Airport |
| Liloy Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malangas Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Dicha?
La Dicha has a population of 32,423 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 329 people per square mile, spread across 98.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Dicha?
La Dicha 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. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.
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