Lajong, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Lajong is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 35,978. Elevation: 98 ft (30 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 Lajong
Juban, officially the Municipality of Juban, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 35,978 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,978 |
| Population Density | 767 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.8333°, 123.9667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.2 inches (2,952 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lajong
Lajong is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 35,978. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Lajong
Lajong has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.5°C), the coldest is Feb (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 3256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 46.9 sq mi (121.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 767/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.8333°N, 123.9667°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 141 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 75 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 12 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 112 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 17.1 in | Wettest |
Lajong has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 116.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.1") and April the driest (5.0").
Schools in Lajong
16 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpio A. Guarin Jr. National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Calateo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pili National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pili Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catanusan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caruhayon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grefalda Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anibong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maalo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulala Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jagusara Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lajong National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabuena Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bacolod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Biriran Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Biriran National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lajong
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bespren Radio | pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Legazpi | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| OK-FM Sorsogon | - | MP3 73 kbps |
Museums in Lajong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorsogon Museum |
Libraries in Lajong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulusan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lajong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan Public Market | |||||
| Bulusan Public Market | |||||
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Gubat Public Market | |||||
| Matnog Wet Market | |||||
| Poblacion Castilla Local Market | |||||
| Prieto Diaz Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Santa Magdalena Public Market | |||||
| Sorsogon Public Market |
Airports Near Lajong
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lajong
What is the population of Lajong?
Lajong has a population of 35,978 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 767 people per square mile, spread across 46.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lajong?
Lajong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 116.2 inches.
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