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Loreto, Philippines
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Loreto is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 5,730. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Loreto
Loreto, officially the Municipality of Loreto, is a municipality in the province of Dinagat Islands, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 9,690 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,730 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.1869°, 125.8531° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 130.7 inches (3,319 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loreto
Loreto is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 5,730. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 113 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 564.8 sq mi (1,462.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1869°N, 125.8531°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 1929 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 76 km |
| 2025 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 10 | 136 km |
| 1921 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | — | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 92 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 18.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 14.2 in |
Loreto has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.7") and July the driest (8.3").
Schools in Loreto
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katipunan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Loreto Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Loreto National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nueva Gracia Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nueva Gracia National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Marcos Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| D.O. Plaza Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moto Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kiawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jandayugong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Loreto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayugan 3 Tabuan | |||||
| Bunawan Public Market | |||||
| Bunawan Tabuan | |||||
| OLD Tabu-tabuan | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Rosario Public Market | |||||
| Sayon Public Market |
Restaurants in Loreto
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Loreto
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Loreto
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Loreto
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Loreto
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bislig Airport | BPH | Medium Airport |
| Consuelo Airstrip 1 | — | Small Airport |
| Kasapa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Filipina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lunga-og Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mawab Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| MEPI Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| New Sambog Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sampao Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sumifru Tagbina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| UDEV Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Union Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Loreto
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Loreto Catholic Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Loreto
What is the population of Loreto?
Loreto has a population of 5,730 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 564.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loreto?
Loreto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 113 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.7 inches.