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Latung, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Latung is a small town in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,964. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2,964 Population 10/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
62.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Latung

Latung

Siasi, officially the Municipality of Siasi, Province of Sulu, is a Municipality in the province of Sulu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 100,076 people.

People

Population2,964
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain62.0 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population2,964
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates5.5000°, 120.8833°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation62.0 inches (1,574 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Latung

Latung is a small town in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 2,964. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Latung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area288.4 sq mi (746.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates5.5000°N, 120.8833°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.0"
63% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.48"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 2, 2023.

Mar 4, 1999 69 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M7.1 117 km
Mar 5, 1999 90 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Feb 25, 2015 81 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M5.7 132 km
Apr 8, 1993 36 km W of Pandan Niog, Philippines M5.2 107 km
Mar 6, 1999 Sulu Archipelago, Philippines M5.2 114 km
Sep 9, 2014 49 km S of Manubul, Philippines M5.1 54 km
Mar 11, 1999 59 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.1 132 km
Apr 23, 1999 61 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.0 122 km
Aug 8, 2004 60 km SSE of Sapa, Philippines M5.0 99 km
May 14, 2002 51 km SE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.0 146 km
Mar 6, 1999 92 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.9 140 km
Sep 28, 2017 62 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.9 110 km
Mar 10, 2021 48 km W of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.9 121 km
Jul 19, 2011 37 km SSW of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.9 104 km
Jan 20, 2019 41 km SE of Kalang, Philippines M4.8 85 km
Jan 6, 2005 41 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 121 km
Feb 13, 2001 59 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 117 km
Mar 11, 1999 59 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 114 km
Mar 4, 1999 77 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.7 125 km
Mar 5, 1999 63 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 13 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 4.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in

Latung has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (3.9").

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Airports Near Latung

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jolo AirportJOLMedium Airport
Luuk AirportSmall Airport
Siasi AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
52 m (171 ft)
Area
192.9 km² (74.4 mi²)
Postal Code
7412
Website
siasi.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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What is the population of Latung?

Latung has a population of 2,964 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 288.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Latung?

Latung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.0 inches.

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