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Malinaw, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Malinaw is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 3,196. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,196 Population 12/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
114.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population3,196
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain114.8 in/yr
Sunny Days128/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population3,196
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates8.8250°, 125.1931°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation114.8 inches (2,915 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Malinaw

Malinaw is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 3,196. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Malinaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 128 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 114.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above Philippines avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days128 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area276.6 sq mi (716.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates8.8250°N, 125.1931°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 114.8"
202% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 12.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,015 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 26, 2025.

Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 142 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 117 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 139 km
Sep 20, 1996 22 km NNE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 139 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 118 km
Sep 20, 1996 24 km NE of Cortes, Philippines M6.6 144 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 125 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 124 km
Sep 20, 1996 26 km SE of Union, Philippines M6.4 148 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 136 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 115 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 150 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 140 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 66 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 116 km
Mar 30, 1994 2 km NNW of La Paz, Philippines M5.9 118 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 44 km
Jul 27, 2020 3 km N of La Paz, Philippines M5.8 120 km
Sep 5, 1990 21 km ENE of Hinatuan, Philippines M5.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 231 km
2021 Rai Category 5 131 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 270 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 233 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 73 km
2008 Fengshen Category 1 289 km
2006 Utor Category 1 277 km
2005 Roke Category 1 246 km
1995 Zack Category 2 194 km
1994 Axel Category 4 224 km
1994 Owen Category 1 153 km
1993 Nell Category 1 107 km
1990 Mike Category 4 173 km
1988 Skip Category 4 247 km
1986 Marge Category 2 100 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 272 km
1984 Ike Category 4 103 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 6 117 km
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (71 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 71 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 162 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 12.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in
March 76°F (25°C) 8.5 in
April 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 10.0 in
July 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 9.7 in
November 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 12.3 in

Malinaw has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 114.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.8") and April the driest (6.0").

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Schools in Malinaw

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dreamland Elementary School - - - -
Kalipay National High School - - - -
Sio-an Integrated School - - - -
Tagdaguing Elementary School - - - -
Malinao Elementary School - - - -
Kamanikan Elementary School - - - -
Minbahandi Elementary School - - - -
Kidahon Elementary School - - - -
Malinao National High School - - - -
Talon Elementary School - - - -
San Jose Elementary School - - - -
Malibud National High School - - - -
Maribucao Elementary School - - - -
Topside Elementary School - - - -
Kalipay Central School - - - -
Sangalan Elementary School - - - -
Mimbunga National High School - - - -
Tagpako Elementary School - - - -
Dulag Elementary School - - - -
Pandacdacan Elementary School - - - -
Malibud Elementary School - - - -
Kisande National High School - - - -
Kianlagan Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Malinaw

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yes The Best Iligan - MP3 96 kbps
Love Radio Butuan - MP3 256 kbps
Star FM Davao - MP3

Farmers Markets in Malinaw

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Buenavista Market
Cabubuhan Public Market
Carmen Public Market
Gingoog City Public Market
Medina Public Market

Stadiums & Teams in Malinaw

TeamLeagueDivision
Buenavista Kolesyum

Airports Near Malinaw

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Camiguin AirportCGMMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Don Jesus Soriano (Doña Rosario) Airstrip-Small Airport
Kasapa Airstrip-Small Airport
Lumbia Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Malinaw

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alicia Birthing Clinic

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 Malinaw

What is the population of Malinaw?

Malinaw has a population of 3,196 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 276.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Malinaw?

Malinaw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 128 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.8 inches.

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