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La Paz, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

La Paz is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 2,314. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,314 Population 24/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
176.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About La Paz

La Paz

La Paz, officially Nuestra Señora de La Paz is the seat of government of Bolivia. With 755,732 residents as of 2024, it is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. Its metropolitan area, which includes the neighboring city of El Alto, and other smaller towns, is the second most populous urban area in Bolivia, with a population of 2.2 million, after Santa Cruz de la Sierra with a population of 2.3 million. The city is also the capital of the department of the same name.

People

Population2,314
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain176.7 in/yr
Sunny Days105/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population2,314
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates8.9847°, 126.2630°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation176.7 inches (4,489 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Paz

La Paz is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 2,314. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 176.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

La Paz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 105 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 176.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days105 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area97.8 sq mi (253.3 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates8.9847°N, 126.2630°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 176.7"
365% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 30.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,669 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 27 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 70 km
Aug 2, 2024 20 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.8 97 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 53 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 53 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 136 km
Oct 25, 1990 13 km E of Tidman, Philippines M6.5 79 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 104 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 68 km
Aug 3, 2024 44 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.3 107 km
Apr 24, 1991 50 km ENE of Aras-asan, Philippines M6.3 53 km
Sep 15, 1997 23 km ESE of Barcelona, Philippines M6.2 107 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 132 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 89 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 60 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 28 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 138 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 28 km
Nov 5, 1996 27 km E of Union, Philippines M6.0 86 km
Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 180 km
2021 Rai Category 5 108 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 222 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 267 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 193 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 138 km
2008 Fengshen Category 1 236 km
2006 Utor Category 1 238 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 281 km
2005 Roke Category 1 265 km
2004 Nida Category 4 252 km
1995 Zack Category 2 157 km
1994 Axel Category 4 202 km
1994 Owen Category 1 135 km
1993 Nell Category 1 47 km
1990 Mike Category 5 129 km
1988 Skip Category 4 197 km
1987 Phyllis Category 2 292 km
1986 Marge Category 2 58 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 227 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1929 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 97 km
1952 E. OF MINDANO, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.3 m 123 km
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 55 km
1921 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 176 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 180 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 30.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 23.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 19.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 13.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 10.1 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
November 80°F (26°C) 15.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 23.9 in

La Paz has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 176.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (30.8") and August the driest (6.9").

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Schools in La Paz

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jubang Elementary School
Umbay Elementary School
La Paz Elementary School
Tabing Dagat Elementary School
Clarence Ty Pimentel National High School
Sumo-sumo Elementary School
Cagbaoto Elementary School
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Libraries in La Paz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in La Paz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carmen Public Market
Dagocdoc Talipapa
Dagocdoc Talipapa
Lanuza Public Market
Luha Public Market
Moonglow Public Market
Public Market

Cafes in La Paz

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lyn's Brew Cafe

Airports Near La Paz

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tandag AirportTDGMedium Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) AirstripSmall Airport
Sumifru Tagbina AirportSmall Airport
UDEV AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
31 m (102 ft)
Area
117.8 km² (45.5 mi²)
Postal Code
8303
Website
bayabas.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 La Paz

What is the population of La Paz?

La Paz has a population of 2,314 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 97.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Paz?

La Paz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 105 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 176.7 inches.

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