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Lanao, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Lanao is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,875. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2,875 Population 81/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
74.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Lanao

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

Population2,875
Density81/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain74.0 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,875
Population Density81 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates11.2564°, 124.0242°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation74.0 inches (1,880 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lanao

Lanao is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,875. 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.

Lanao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.4°F
53% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.3 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates11.2564°N, 124.0242°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.0"
95% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.33"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

411 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 68 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 140 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 102 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 119 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 112 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 102 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 88 km
May 3, 2024 27 km SSW of Balangiga, Philippines M5.7 150 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 91 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 127 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 72 km
Oct 24, 1993 16 km SW of Cabay, Philippines M5.6 150 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 81 km
Feb 11, 1998 6 km S of Sogod, Philippines M5.5 147 km
Mar 17, 2004 8 km WNW of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 75 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 85 km
Aug 15, 1999 23 km ESE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 67 km
Mar 1, 2020 6 km NNW of Guindapunan, Philippines M5.4 73 km
May 2, 2003 14 km NE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 82 km
Mar 27, 2004 3 km SSW of Butazon, Philippines M5.4 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

51 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 45 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 276 km
2021 Rai Category 4 130 km
2020 Goni Category 5 254 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 127 km
2020 Molave Category 1 239 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 194 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 39 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 250 km
2015 Melor Category 4 161 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 206 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 207 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 92 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 36 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 263 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 55 km
2006 Durian Category 4 239 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 193 km
2006 Utor Category 3 43 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 142 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Lanao

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EMC Center
Lanao Integrated School
Agujo Elementary School
Looc Elementary School
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Museums in Lanao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
City of Bogo Museum

Libraries in Lanao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City of Bogo Museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Lanao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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

PH #412359115

Airports Near Lanao

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Bantayan AirportSmall Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Camotes AirstripSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport
Refugio AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lanao

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Church
San Isidro Labrador
Tapilon Seventh Day Adventist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
11 m (36 ft)
Area
92.3 km² (35.6 mi²)
Founded
1886
Postal Code
6013

🇵🇭 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 Lanao

What is the population of Lanao?

Lanao has a population of 2,875 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 81 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. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.0 inches.

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