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Luna, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Luna is a small city in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 7,799. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

7,799 Population 25/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
138.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Luna

Luna

Luna, officially the Municipality of Luna, is a coastal municipality in the province of La Union, Philippines, known for its pristine pebble beaches and historical sites. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 38,076 people.

People

Population7,799
Density25/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain138.6 in/yr
Sunny Days129/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population7,799
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates9.7370°, 125.4976°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation138.6 inches (3,521 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Luna

Luna is a small city in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 7,799. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 138.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Luna

Luna has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 3747 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 22° / 28° 678.9
Feb 25.4°C / 78°F 22.2° / 28.5° 461.9
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 22.5° / 29.3° 361.3
Apr 26.6°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.2° 210.6
May 27.5°C / 82°F 23.7° / 31.3° 125.3
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 23.5° / 31.1° 147.7
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31° 158.6
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31.3° 150.8
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.4° / 31.2° 170.2
Oct 26.8°C / 80°F 23.1° / 30.4° 254.8
Nov 27.2°C / 81°F 23.7° / 30.6° 417.7
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 23.5° / 30.2° 608.7
Luna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 138.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days129 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area313.8 sq mi (812.8 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates9.7370°N, 125.4976°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 138.6"
265% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 22.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 5.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,370 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 145 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 88 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 96 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 97 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 91 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 20 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 31 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 89 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 36 km
Nov 7, 1996 25 km E of Union, Philippines M6.1 93 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 56 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 93 km
Sep 20, 1996 42 km ENE of Cortes, Philippines M6.1 119 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 65 km
Nov 5, 1996 27 km E of Union, Philippines M6.0 95 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 118 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 91 km
Mar 30, 1994 2 km NNW of La Paz, Philippines M5.9 116 km
Nov 4, 1996 16 km ENE of Union, Philippines M5.9 83 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 130 km
2021 Rai Category 5 53 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 265 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 164 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 227 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 241 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 126 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 179 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 182 km
2006 Utor Category 1 174 km
2006 Xangsane Category 1 295 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 246 km
2005 Roke Category 1 160 km
2004 Nida Category 4 242 km
1998 Faith Category 1 230 km
1995 Zack Category 2 88 km
1995 Sibyl Category 1 244 km
1994 Axel Category 4 119 km
1994 Owen Category 1 61 km
1993 Nell Category 1 12 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 120 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (68 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 68 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 108 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 144 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 22.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 16.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
April 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 20.2 in

Luna has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 138.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (22.9") and September the driest (5.8").

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Schools in Luna

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaningag Elementary School
Kaningag Elementary School
Cabrera-Altres National High School
Quezon Elementary School
Melquiades Cagasan Memorial Elementary School
Bonifacio Elementary School
Martinez Elementary School
Mabini National High School – Annex
Roxas Elementary School
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Museums in Luna

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Surigaonon Heritage Center

Farmers Markets in Luna

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bad-as Public Market
Campo Public Market
Claver Public Market
Mainit Public Market
Pintuyan Public Market
RIPROCO ARB Marketing
San Isidro Public Market
Sison Public Market
Surigao City Public Market

Restaurants in Luna

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tuna Republic

Gas Stations in Luna

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hemado
Jetti

Airports Near Luna

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Surigao AirportSUGMedium Airport
Tandag AirportTDGMedium Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) AirstripSmall Airport
Hilongos AirportSmall Airport
Limasawa AirstripSmall Airport
Maasin AirportSmall Airport
Siargao AirportIAOSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
43 m (141 ft)
Area
245.3 km² (94.7 mi²)
Founded
1655
Postal Code
8400

🇵🇭 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 Luna

What is the population of Luna?

Luna has a population of 7,799 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 313.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Luna?

Luna 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 81°F in July. The area receives 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 138.6 inches.

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