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Leon, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Leon is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,172. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

5,172 Population 96/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
115.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Leon

Leon

Leon, officially the Municipality of Leon, is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 52,777 people.

People

Population5,172
Density96/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain115.5 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Population5,172
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates10.7809°, 122.3894°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation115.5 inches (2,934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Leon

Leon is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 5,172. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Leon

Leon has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Nov (24°C), the coldest is Jan (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2092 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 71°F 18.2° / 24.5° 46.3
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 18.5° / 25.1° 38.8
Mar 22.2°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.8° 42.7
Apr 23.1°C / 74°F 19.2° / 27° 67.0
May 23.2°C / 74°F 19.6° / 26.8° 166.8
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 19.4° / 25.9° 272.9
Jul 23.6°C / 74°F 20.5° / 26.7° 352.8
Aug 23.7°C / 75°F 20.6° / 26.8° 354.1
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 20.7° / 26.9° 268.4
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 20.3° / 27.3° 224.0
Nov 24°C / 75°F 20.5° / 27.6° 135.0
Dec 23.5°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.8° 123.3
Leon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 115.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area54.1 sq mi (140.2 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates10.7809°N, 122.3894°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 115.5"
204% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

289 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 21, 2025.

Jun 14, 1990 0 km ESE of Union, Philippines M7.1 121 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 125 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 143 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 126 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 104 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 131 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 89 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 55 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 119 km
Jun 14, 1990 19 km SSW of Union, Philippines M5.6 111 km
Sep 29, 2000 34 km SW of Taclobo, Philippines M5.6 144 km
Jun 14, 1990 8 km SSW of Manika, Philippines M5.5 61 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 95 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 44 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 121 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 120 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 80 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 25 km
Jul 11, 2011 22 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M5.3 134 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 44 km
2021 Rai Category 4 77 km
2020 Molave Category 2 269 km
2020 Vongfong Category 2 241 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 259 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 113 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 2 293 km
2015 Melor Category 4 237 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 232 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 73 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 157 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 129 km
2006 Utor Category 3 127 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 248 km
2005 Roke Category 1 155 km
2004 Muifa Category 1 240 km
1998 Faith Category 1 140 km
1995 Zack Category 2 17 km
1995 Sibyl Category 2 248 km
1994 Axel Category 1 118 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 125 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 18 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (91 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 91 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 92 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 95 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
April 83°F (29°C) 2.6 in
May 84°F (29°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 11.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 13.8 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 13.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
November 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in

Leon has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Leon

26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leon Central Elementary School
Gines Elementary School
Gines High School (Buga High School Extension)
Miac-ac Primary School
Lanagbangi Elementary School
Tacuyong Sur Elementary School
Oluangan Elementary School
Buga National High School
Tina-an Norte Elementary School
Malublub Elementary School
Apian Elementary School
Independent Baptist School of Theology
Leon National High School
Leon Holy Family Learning Center
Anonang Elementary School
Buga Central Elementary School
Agboy Elementary School
Carara-an Elementary School
Santo Angel Elementary School
Capitan Fernando Elementary School
Tacuyong Sur National High School
Isian Victoria Elementary School
Tu-og Elementary School
Isian Norte Elementary School
En Hakorre
Saint Catherine Parochial School
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Radio Stations near Leon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bombo Radyo Iloilo news AAC
105.9 Wild FM hot ac, opm AAC+ 24 kbps
Love Radio Iloilo MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Leon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brandy Museum by Emperador
Brandy Museum by Emperador
Casa Gamboa Jaro Museum
Casa Gamboa Jaro Museum
Casa Mariquit
Casa Mariquit
FishWorld
Iloilo Maritime Museum
Iloilo Maritime Museum
Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art
Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art
Lopez Museum and Library
Lopez Museum and Library
Musée d' Arsie
Musée d' Arsie
Museo de Guimaras
Museo Iloilo
Museo Iloilo
Museum of Philippine Economic History
Museum of Philippine Economic History
Museum of Philippine Maritime History
Museum of Philippine Maritime History
National Museum of the Philippines - Iloilo
National Museum of the Philippines - Iloilo
Pototan Museum and Public Library
Raul Gonzales Memorial Museum
Raul Gonzales Memorial Museum
Rosendo Mejica Museum and Historical Landmark
Rosendo Mejica Museum and Historical Landmark
Science XPdition Iloilo
Science XPdition Iloilo
Sta. Barbara Centennial Museum and Convention Center
UPV Museum of Natural Sciences

Libraries in Leon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DepEd Division Library Hub0.0
Dr. Graciano Lopez Jaena Shrine and Library0.0
Henry Luce III Library0.0
Homework Study Hub0.0
Homework Study Hub0.0
Iloilo Provincial Library & Archives Office0.0
Iloilo Provincial Library & Archives Office0.0
LES Library0.0
Lopez Jaena Hall0.0
Lopez Jaena Hall0.0
Lopez Jaena Hall0.0
Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library0.0
Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library0.0
SEAFDEC/AQD Library0.0
Tomas Confesor Library0.0
USA Library0.0
USA Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Leon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alimodian Public Market
Alta Tierra Mini Market
Arevalo Public Market
Badiangan Public Market
Bolilao Talipapa
Cabatauan Public Market
Cabatuan Public Market
Guimbal Public Market
Igbaras Public Market
Iloilo Central Market
Iloilo Terminal Market
Janiuay Public Market
Jaro Public Market
Jaro Small Market
Jordan Municipal Market
Jordan Public Market
La Paz Public Market
Maasin Public Market
Mandurriao Public Market
Miagao Public Market
Mohon Small Market
Molo Public Market
Nahabay Public Market
New Public Market
Oton Public Market
Pakiad Talipapa
Pakiad Talipapa
Pavia Public Market
Plazuela Dos Farmers' Market
Plazuela Dos Farmers' Market
Pototan Public Market
Sambag Mini Market
San Joaquin Public Market
San Miguel Public Market
Santa Barbara Public Market
Tigbauan Public Market
Tubungan Bagsakan Center
Tubungan Indigenous People Business Association Trading Kiosk
Tubungan Indigenous People Business Association Trading Kiosk
Tubungan Livestock Market
Zaraga Public Market
Zarraga Public Market

Hotels in Leon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rey Brothers Bldg.

Restaurants in Leon

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anarey's Grille
Aunt Pauline's Cousine
Batchoy Ni Dodoy
Caldohan sa Guibuangan
Inggo's Batchoy
Lola Rita's
Mike's Pizza & More
T'yoy Inasal

Cafes in Leon

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kafe MC
Khersan Hilltop Café.
Lejoda Café

Clinics in Leon

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doc Camposano

Bus Stations in Leon

4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LEJODA Transport Terminal
Leon - Robinson's Pavia Jeepney Terminal (LEJODA)
Leon Van & Trike Obstruction Terminal
Paquito Zaragoza Transport Terminal

Gas Stations in Leon

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flying V
LESCOFAMCO Fuel Service Station
Petroline
Petron
PH #1390978762
Seaoil
Total

Banks in Leon

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bangko Alimodian Sentral

Stadiums & Teams in Leon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Leon

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacolod-Silay International AirportBCDLarge Airport
Iloilo International AirportILOLarge Airport
Evelio Javier AirportEUQMedium Airport
Guimaras AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Leon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PhlPost

Treatment Centers in Leon

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FPOP Community Health Care Birthing Center and Laboratory
Fuentebella-Basco Optical Clinic
Hormigoso
Iloilo City Social Hygiene Clinic
Lifesmiles
Maxicare Primary Care Clinic
Medicus
Plaza Libertad Medical Specialist Center
St. Peregrine Center for Health
Tapales Veterinary Clinic
The Medical City Clinic
villareal medical clinic
Women and maternal

Churches & Religious Organizations in Leon

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Buga Catholic Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Lighthouse Baptist Church
Parish of St Catherine of Alexandria

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
209 m (686 ft)
Area
140.2 km² (54.1 mi²)
Postal Code
5026
Website
leon.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 Leon

What is the population of Leon?

Leon has a population of 5,172 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 54.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Leon?

Leon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.

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