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Malita, Philippines
Davao Region · Philippines
Malita is a large city in Davao Region, Philippines with a population of 118,438. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Malita
Malita, officially the Municipality of Malita, is a municipality and capital of the province of Davao Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 118,438 people making it the most populous town in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 118,438 |
| Population Density | 203 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4150°, 125.6117° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Davao Region |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.1 inches (1,629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Malita
Malita is a large city in Philippines (Davao Region) with a population of 118,438. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Malita
Malita has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1842 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 583.2 sq mi (1,510.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4150°N, 125.6117°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 82 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 118 km |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 128 km |
| 2021 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 125 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 99 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 60 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in |
Malita has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.9") and August the driest (4.3").
Colleges & Universities in Malita
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure College of Malita Inc. | College | — | — |
| Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology | College | 1966 | Visit → |
| Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Malita
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSS Malita | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Cross of Malita | — | — | — | — |
| Malita Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mariano Peralta National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Felis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mariano Peralta Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Malita
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Malita | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Malita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPAMAST Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Malita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malalag Public Market | |||||
| Malita Public Market |
Hotels in Malita
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Malita
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Malita
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Malita
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Malita
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Malita
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Malita
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Bangoy International Airport | DVO | Large Airport |
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Mati National Airport | MXI | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Anflo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lamitan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pantukan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Malita
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Philippine Postal Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Malita
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lokal ng Malita, Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Santo Rosario Parish | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Tribal Filipino Apostolate |
Quick Facts
Around Malita
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Malita
15 places within 15 km
- • Mount Basiawan
- • Mount Bitu
- • Mount Botak
- • Mount Inaburan
- • Mount Kalapi
- + 9 more
- • Pamongot Viewdeck
🇵🇭 About Philippines
Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Malita
What is the population of Malita?
Malita has a population of 118,438 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 583.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Malita?
Malita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.1 inches.