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Looc, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Looc is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,292. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,292 Population 64/sq mi density
279 ft Elevation 85 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
89.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Looc

Looc

Looc, officially the Municipality of Looc, is a municipality in the province of Romblon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 21,964 people.

People

Population2,292
Density64/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain89.9 in/yr
Sunny Days173/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Population2,292
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates8.8433°, 124.7917°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation89.9 inches (2,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Looc

Looc is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,292. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Looc has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 173 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days173 days/yr

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area35.8 sq mi (92.8 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates8.8433°N, 124.7917°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 89.9"
137% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

567 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 137 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 102 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 100 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 139 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 147 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 141 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 110 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 100 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 75 km
Jul 12, 2019 7 km E of Cantilan, Philippines M5.8 148 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 130 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 87 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 130 km
Mar 5, 2017 4 km N of Surigao, Philippines M5.7 134 km
Oct 8, 2000 7 km WNW of Talisay, Philippines M5.7 140 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 120 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 128 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 108 km
Nov 11, 2009 2 km NE of Jabonga, Philippines M5.7 99 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 235 km
2021 Rai Category 5 133 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 280 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 240 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 75 km
2006 Utor Category 1 284 km
2005 Roke Category 1 240 km
1995 Zack Category 2 196 km
1994 Axel Category 3 235 km
1994 Owen Category 1 157 km
1993 Nell Category 1 129 km
1990 Mike Category 4 174 km
1988 Skip Category 4 264 km
1986 Marge Category 1 116 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 273 km
1984 Ike Category 4 107 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 173 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.1 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 42 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 167 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.7 in
March 78°F (26°C) 5.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
September 80°F (26°C) 6.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.1 in Wettest

Looc has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.1") and April the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Looc

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tinagaan Elementary School
Bunal Elementary School
Looc Elementary School
Looc National High School
Dampil Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Looc

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Looc

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Balingasag Public Market
Balingoan Market
Claverial Public Market
Jasaan Public Market
Medina Public Market
Salay Fish Landing
Salay Public Market

Airports Near Looc

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Camiguin AirportCGMMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
148 m (486 ft)
Area
92.8 km² (35.8 mi²)
Founded
1920
Postal Code
9007
Website
salaymisor.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 Looc

What is the population of Looc?

Looc has a population of 2,292 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Looc?

Looc has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.9 inches.

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