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Lacaron, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Lacaron is a small town in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 2,751. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lacaron
Malita, officially the Municipality of Malita, is a municipality and capital of the province of Davao Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 118,438 people making it the most populous town in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,751 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4489°, 125.5792° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Davao Region |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.1 inches (1,629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lacaron
Lacaron is a small town in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 2,751. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 583.2 sq mi (1,510.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4489°N, 125.5792°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 81 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 119 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 130 km |
| 2021 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 129 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 57 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 116 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in |
Lacaron has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.9") and August the driest (4.3").
Schools in Lacaron
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fishing Village Comprehensive National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kidalapong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fishing Village Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lacaron Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Procopio Mejellano Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Talogoy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lacaron
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Malita | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Lacaron
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPAMAST Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lacaron
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malalag Public Market | |||||
| Malita Public Market | |||||
| Padada Public Market | |||||
| Sulop Public Market | |||||
| Vegetable Section |
Gas Stations in Lacaron
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lacaron
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Bangoy International Airport | DVO | Large Airport |
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Mati National Airport | MXI | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Anflo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lamitan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pantukan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | — | Small Airport |
| Tagdangua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lacaron
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Lacaron?
Lacaron has a population of 2,751 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 583.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lacaron?
Lacaron has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches.