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Lopez Jaena, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Lopez Jaena is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 5,352. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lopez Jaena
Lopez Jaena, officially the Municipality of Lopez Jaena, is a municipality in the province of Misamis Occidental, Philippines and a suburb of neighboring Oroquieta City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 25,806 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,352 |
| Population Density | 145 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4759°, 124.6983° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.0 inches (1,676 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lopez Jaena
Lopez Jaena is a small city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 5,352. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet (127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Area | 36.9 sq mi (95.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4759°N, 124.6983°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 70 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 130 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 70 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 63 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 116 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | — | 97 | 56 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (43 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 43 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in |
Lopez Jaena has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (3.1").
Schools in Lopez Jaena
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katipunan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magsaysay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katipunan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Rizal-Barrio 3 National High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Rizal Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Lopez Jaena
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Lopez Jaena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Kudarat Provincial Museum |
Libraries in Lopez Jaena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDMU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| PSHS-SRC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lopez Jaena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagsakan | |||||
| Banga Public Market | |||||
| Buluan New Public Market | |||||
| Buluan Old Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Esperanza Public Market | |||||
| Isulan Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| Laguilayan Market | |||||
| Lake Sebu Live Tilapia | |||||
| Lake Sebu Public Market | |||||
| President Quirino Public Market | |||||
| Surallah Public Market | |||||
| Tacurong Public Market | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market | |||||
| Tiboli South Cotabato Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Lopez Jaena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lopez Jaena
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kalamansig Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kling Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lambayong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Kalaong Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lebak Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lebak Rural Airport | LWA | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | — | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lopez Jaena?
Lopez Jaena has a population of 5,352 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 36.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lopez Jaena?
Lopez Jaena 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 80°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches.