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Lamitan City, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Lamitan City is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 6,114. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

6,114 Population 45/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
81.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Lamitan City

Lamitan City

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

Population6,114
Density45/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain81.3 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Population6,114
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates6.6502°, 122.1295°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation81.3 inches (2,066 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lamitan City

Lamitan City is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 6,114. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Lamitan City

Lamitan City 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
Lamitan City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area136.9 sq mi (354.4 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates6.6502°N, 122.1295°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.3"
114% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.92"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

95 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M5.4 on Jan 23, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 126 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 142 km
Mar 4, 1999 69 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M7.1 141 km
Jul 11, 2024 106 km WSW of Sangay, Philippines M7.1 129 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 138 km
Jul 29, 2010 89 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M6.6 121 km
Apr 13, 2016 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M6.0 128 km
Jul 23, 2010 66 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 144 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.6 130 km
Jan 7, 2019 27 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M5.5 137 km
Sep 8, 2000 11 km NW of Dulian, Philippines M5.5 59 km
Oct 13, 1993 64 km NW of Malayal, Philippines M5.5 125 km
Jul 26, 2010 83 km SSE of Olutanga, Philippines M5.4 124 km
Jan 23, 2025 8 km E of Siocon, Philippines M5.4 117 km
Nov 29, 1994 80 km SSE of Olutanga, Philippines M5.3 111 km
Jul 12, 2010 71 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.3 140 km
Mar 6, 1999 Sulu Archipelago, Philippines M5.2 145 km
Jun 14, 2020 45 km W of Siocon, Philippines M5.1 120 km
Mar 11, 1999 59 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.1 126 km
Feb 7, 1992 19 km W of Siocon, Philippines M5.0 120 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 3 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 3.6 in
February 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 4.2 in
May 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 9.9 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.7 in
October 78°F (26°C) 9.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in

Lamitan City has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in February to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.9") and March the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Lamitan City

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ubit Elementary School
Lo-ok Elementary School
Ubit National High School
Panansangan Elementary School
Mountain Trail Elementary School
Lo-ok National High School
Lumutun Elementary School
Boheyakan Elementary School
Boheyawas Elementary School
Mabini Elementary School
Jose Rizal Elementary School
Claret School of Lamitan
Lamitan Central Elementary School
B. Aldana Central Elementary School
Lamitan National High School
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Radio Stations near Lamitan City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Zamboanga MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Lamitan City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Wee Siu Tuy Memorial Hall

Libraries in Lamitan City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BASC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lamitan City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Badja Barangay Market
Isabela Public Market
Oval Public Market
Sumisip Public Market
Sumisip Wet Market
Tipo-tipo Public Market

Clinics in Lamitan City

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dra. Jawad's Clinic

Gas Stations in Lamitan City

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
PH #1340185765

Banks in Lamitan City

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

UCPB

Airports Near Lamitan City

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zamboanga International AirportZAMLarge Airport
Limo-ok (LARBECO) AirstripSmall Airport
Tumahubong AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lamitan City

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Patikul Mosque
St. Peter Parish Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
118 m (387 ft)
Area
354.5 km² (136.8 mi²)
Founded
1886
Postal Code
7302
Website
lamitancity.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 Lamitan City

What is the population of Lamitan City?

Lamitan City has a population of 6,114 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 136.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lamitan City?

Lamitan City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.

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