Ligayan, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Ligayan is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 42,172. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 Ligayan
Sitangkai, officially the Municipality of Sitangkai, is a municipality in the province of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 37,319 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,172 |
| Population Density | 138 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.6544°, 119.4706° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.3 inches (1,811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ligayan
Ligayan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 42,172. 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 71.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Ligayan
Ligayan has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Feb (27.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2026 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 305.8 sq mi (792.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 138/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.6544°N, 119.4706°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in |
Ligayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.4") and September the driest (4.7").
Schools in Ligayan
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tando Owak Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ligayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tongehat Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hadji Mokhtar Sulayman Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ligayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Ligayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sitangkai Public Market |
Airports Near Ligayan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sanga Sanga Airport | TWT | Medium Airport |
| Sahabat [Sahabat 16] Airport | SXS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ligayan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Ligayan | |
| Masjid Tandu-Owak |
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Shipwrecks Near Ligayan
1 documented shipwrecks found near Ligayan.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Minazuki | - | A Mutsuki-class destroyer that was sunk by USS Harder. |
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What is the population of Ligayan?
Ligayan has a population of 42,172 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 138 people per square mile, spread across 305.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ligayan?
Ligayan 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. Annual rainfall totals 71.3 inches.
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