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Litayan, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Litayan is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 5,294. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,294 Population 3/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
121.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population5,294
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain121.9 in/yr
Sunny Days132/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population5,294
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates7.3358°, 124.0347°
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 Precipitation121.9 inches (3,096 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Litayan

Litayan is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 5,294. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 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 121.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Litayan 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 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 121.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days132 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area2,102.7 sq mi (5,445.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates7.3358°N, 124.0347°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 121.9"
221% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

506 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 61 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M7.6 112 km
Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 106 km
Mar 5, 2002 Mindanao, Philippines M7.5 147 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 97 km
May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 73 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 98 km
Jul 29, 2010 89 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M6.6 125 km
Jul 24, 2010 63 km WSW of Sangay, Philippines M6.6 137 km
Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 56 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 43 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 96 km
Feb 7, 2021 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines M6.0 134 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 61 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 117 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 60 km
Jul 23, 2010 66 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 110 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 67 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 30 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 94 km
Sep 3, 2012 19 km WNW of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Bopha Category 4 143 km
1986 Marge Category 1 294 km
1984 Ike Category 4 290 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1976 MORO GULF Earthquake 9.0 m 8,000 116 km
2002 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 3.0 m 15 147 km
1928 CELEBES SEA Earthquake - 97 74 km
1923 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake - - 93 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 142 km
Matutum Stratovolcano 2,286 m (7,500 ft) 1290 157 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 4.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 12.8 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 17.1 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 15.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in

Litayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 121.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.1") and January the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Litayan

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hadji Datu Taha Biruar Primary School - - - -
Cotongan Elementary School - - - -
Limbayan Elementary School - - - -
Gadungan Pebpandaran Primary School - - - -
Talaubang Primary School - - - -
H. Asma Biruar Elementary School - - - -
Aragasi Elementary School - - - -
Biruar Central Elementary School - - - -
Litayen National High School - - - -
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Libraries in Litayan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BARMM Regional Library0.0
St. Eugene De Mazenod Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Litayan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Awang Public Market
Awang Public Market
City Central Arcade
Landasan Wet Market
Pansacala Food Terminal
Pansacala Food Terminal
Parang Public Market
Public Market
Village Market

Airports Near Litayan

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cotabato (Awang) AirportCBOMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Balabagan Airport-Small Airport
Lambayong Airport-Small Airport
Lebak Airstrip-Small Airport
Lebak Rural AirportLWASmall Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip-Small Airport
Talayan Airport-Small Airport
Wao Airport-Small 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 Litayan

What is the population of Litayan?

Litayan has a population of 5,294 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,102.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Litayan?

Litayan 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 132 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 121.9 inches.

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