Lapuan, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Lapuan is a mid-size city in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 45,681. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 Lapuan
Don Marcelino, officially the Municipality of Don Marcelino, is a municipality in the province of Davao Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 45,681 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 45,681 |
| Population Density | 291 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.1444°, 125.7008° |
| 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 Lapuan
Lapuan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 45,681. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 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.
Climate in Lapuan
Lapuan has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (26.3°C), the coldest is Feb (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1810 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 157.3 sq mi (407.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.1444°N, 125.7008°E |
| 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 | 79 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 100 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 132 km |
| 2021 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 120 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 74 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 143 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 |
Lapuan 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 Lapuan
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinanga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lawa National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Luisa Joyce Mallari National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Maltusan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuhay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lanao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| William Joyce Sr. Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lawa Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lapuan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Malita | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Bus Stations in Lapuan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lapuan
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lapuan
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 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lapuan
What is the population of Lapuan?
Lapuan has a population of 45,681 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 291 people per square mile, spread across 157.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lapuan?
Lapuan 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. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.
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