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Labuan, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines

Labuan is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 12,949. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,949 Population 8/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
74.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population12,949
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain74.4 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population12,949
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates7.0997°, 121.9042°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation74.4 inches (1,890 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Labuan

Labuan is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 12,949. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Labuan

Labuan has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is May (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1358 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 23.6° / 32° 71.7
Feb 28°C / 82°F 23.6° / 32.5° 57.9
Mar 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 32.7° 71.3
Apr 28.8°C / 84°F 24.4° / 33.1° 75.1
May 27.4°C / 81°F 23.6° / 31.2° 90.5
Jun 28.4°C / 83°F 24.6° / 32.3° 140.8
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 24.4° / 32° 156.4
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 24.4° / 32.3° 136.8
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 24.3° / 32.4° 164.2
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 24.1° / 32.3° 207.4
Nov 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.7° 108.7
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 23.9° / 32.6° 76.8
Labuan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area1,693.1 sq mi (4,385.2 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates7.0997°N, 121.9042°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.4"
96% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

51 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M5.4 on Jan 23, 2025.

Apr 13, 2016 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M6.0 78 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 121 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.6 84 km
Jan 7, 2019 27 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M5.5 85 km
Oct 13, 1993 64 km NW of Malayal, Philippines M5.5 70 km
Sep 8, 2000 11 km NW of Dulian, Philippines M5.5 23 km
Jan 23, 2025 8 km E of Siocon, Philippines M5.4 75 km
Nov 29, 1994 80 km SSE of Olutanga, Philippines M5.3 145 km
Feb 28, 1993 74 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M5.3 129 km
Jun 14, 2020 45 km W of Siocon, Philippines M5.1 65 km
Jun 15, 2006 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.0 85 km
Feb 7, 1992 19 km W of Siocon, Philippines M5.0 69 km
Dec 18, 1990 33 km NNW of Kalawit, Philippines M4.9 150 km
Mar 3, 2020 18 km W of Siocon, Philippines M4.9 67 km
Aug 25, 2021 21 km SSE of Olutanga, Philippines M4.8 110 km
Jul 25, 2016 30 km WSW of Siraway, Philippines M4.7 48 km
Jan 9, 2008 36 km WNW of Siocon, Philippines M4.7 77 km
Oct 10, 2002 48 km W of Siocon, Philippines M4.7 73 km
Oct 1, 1997 26 km ENE of Landang Laum, Philippines M4.7 64 km
Sep 24, 2000 53 km NW of Kalawit, Philippines M4.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Bopha Category 3 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 13 123 km
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m - 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
February 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
April 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 7.5 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
December 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in

Labuan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in February to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.6") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Labuan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Labuan Central School - - - -
Ramon Enriquez High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Labuan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Zamboanga - MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Labuan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BPI Museum Zamboanga
City Museum
National Museum of the Philippines - Zamboanga
Parque de Cencia de Zamboanga
Sebastián Hurtado de Corcuera Museum

Libraries in Labuan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DOST Library0.0
Ebenezer Library0.0
Ebenezer Library0.0
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Labuan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aderes Flea Market
Canelar Barter Trade
Caputatan Market
Caputatan Market
Divisoria Flea Market
Flea Market
Flea Market
Guiwan Flea Market
LB Wet Market
Tumaga Flea Market
Zamboanga City Public Market
Zamboanga Night Market

Airports Near Labuan

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zamboanga International AirportZAMLarge Airport
Ipil AirportIPESmall Airport
Limo-ok (LARBECO) Airstrip-Small Airport
Siocon AirportXSOSmall Airport
Sirawai Airport-Small Airport
Tumahubong Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Labuan

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Divisoria Health Center
J.A.R Medical Networkers & Mobile Diagnostic Services
JM Dental
Sta. Maria Health Center
Zamboanga Dialysis Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Labuan

What is the population of Labuan?

Labuan has a population of 12,949 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,693.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Labuan?

Labuan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.4 inches.

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