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Linaon, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Linaon is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,669. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3,669 Population 9/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
101.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population3,669
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain101.1 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population3,669
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates9.9499°, 122.4483°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation101.1 inches (2,568 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Linaon

Linaon is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 3,669. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Linaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 101.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area427.2 sq mi (1,106.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates9.9499°N, 122.4483°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.1"
166% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

383 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 83 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 58 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 76 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 71 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 91 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 81 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 71 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 137 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 4 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 147 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 87 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 32 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 31 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 129 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 110 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 33 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 88 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 51 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 150 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km W of Tampocon, Philippines M5.3 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 50 km
2021 Rai Category 4 18 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 206 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 162 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 73 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 218 km
2006 Utor Category 3 218 km
2005 Roke Category 1 182 km
1998 Faith Category 1 230 km
1995 Zack Category 2 107 km
1994 Axel Category 1 208 km
1994 Owen Category 1 167 km
1993 Manny Category 3 274 km
1993 Nell Category 1 137 km
1990 Mike Category 4 84 km
1988 Skip Category 3 272 km
1987 Phyllis Category 3 292 km
1986 Marge Category 1 247 km
1984 Agnes Category 3 184 km
1984 Ike Category 3 61 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 83 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 88 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
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 111 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 117 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 125 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 17.8 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 17.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 15.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in

Linaon has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.8") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Linaon

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Capaclan Elementary School
Florentina F. Caña Recto National High School
Linaon Elementary School
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Museums in Linaon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Learning Center

Farmers Markets in Linaon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Candoni Public Market
Cauayan Public Market
Gulijungan Public Market
Public Market
Wet Market

Airports Near Linaon

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Guimaras AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Linaon

What is the population of Linaon?

Linaon has a population of 3,669 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 427.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Linaon?

Linaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.1 inches.

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