Lanao, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Lanao is a mid-size city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 95,080. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°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 Lanao
Lanao del Sur, officially the Province of Lanao del Sur, is a province in the Philippines located in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The capital is the city of Marawi, and it borders Lanao del Norte to the north, Bukidnon to the east, and Maguindanao del Norte and Cotabato to the south. To the southwest lies Illana Bay, an arm of the Moro Gulf.
People
Climate
| Population | 95,080 |
| Population Density | 2,669 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2564°, 124.0242° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.0 inches (1,880 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lanao
Lanao is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 95,080. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Lanao
Lanao has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Feb (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2381 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.4°F |
| 53% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 35.6 sq mi (92.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,669/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2564°N, 124.0242°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 126 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 63 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 135 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 168 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 169 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in |
Lanao has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (2.5").
Schools in Lanao
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMC Center | - | - | - | - |
| Lanao Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Agujo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Looc Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Lanao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bogo Museum |
Libraries in Lanao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Bogo Museum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lanao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bogo Public Market | |||||
| Daanbantayan Public Market | |||||
| Kawit Public Market | |||||
| Medellin Public Market | |||||
| San Remigio Public Market | |||||
| Tambongon Public Market |
Clinics in Lanao
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lanao
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lanao
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Church | |
| San Isidro Labrador | |
| Tapilon Seventh Day Adventist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lanao
What is the population of Lanao?
Lanao has a population of 95,080 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 2,669 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lanao?
Lanao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 74.0 inches.
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