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Lamitan, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Lamitan is a small town in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 3,241. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Lamitan
Lamitan, officially the City of Lamitan, is a component city and de jure capital of the province of Basilan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 100,150 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,241 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0872°, 125.7022° |
| 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 | 61.5 inches (1,563 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lamitan
Lamitan is a small town in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 3,241. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 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 61.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 861.6 sq mi (2,231.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0872°N, 125.7022°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 | 78 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
| 2021 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 122 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 77 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in |
Lamitan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.7").
Schools in Lamitan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Johnson Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| John Martin Johnson High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Palamid Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fred Johnson Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linadasan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gusatbak Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lamitan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Malita | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Airports Near Lamitan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Lamitan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Lamitan?
Lamitan has a population of 3,241 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 861.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lamitan?
Lamitan 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 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.