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Marawi City, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Marawi City is a large city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 259,993. Elevation: 2,359 ft (719 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

259,993 Population 7,692/sq mi density
2,359 ft Elevation 719 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
109.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Marawi City

Marawi City

Marawi, officially the Islamic City of Marawi, is a component city and capital of the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 207,010 people.

People

Population259,993
Density7,692/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain109.2 in/yr
Sunny Days143/yr
Elevation2,359 ft (719 m)
Population259,993
Population Density7,692 / sq mi
Elevation2,359 ft (719 m)
Coordinates8.0034°, 124.2840°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation109.2 inches (2,773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Marawi City

Marawi City is a large city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 259,993. The city sits at an elevation of 2,359 feet (719 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Marawi City

Marawi City has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.6°C), the coldest is Feb (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2466 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 16.6° / 28.1° 140.2
Feb 22.2°C / 72°F 15.4° / 29.1° 106.2
Mar 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.7° 87.8
Apr 24.4°C / 76°F 17.4° / 31.5° 130.1
May 24.6°C / 76°F 19.8° / 31.6° 205.3
Jun 23.7°C / 75°F 19.9° / 29.7° 321.0
Jul 23.2°C / 74°F 19.5° / 28.6° 275.5
Aug 23.2°C / 74°F 19.4° / 28.8° 224.4
Sep 23.3°C / 74°F 19.2° / 28.7° 230.2
Oct 23.3°C / 74°F 19.5° / 28.8° 320.4
Nov 23.3°C / 74°F 18.7° / 28.5° 207.3
Dec 22.9°C / 73°F 17.2° / 28.4° 218.0
Marawi City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 109.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,359 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days143 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,359 ft (719 m)
Area33.8 sq mi (87.5 km²)
Population Density7,692/sq mi
Coordinates8.0034°N, 124.2840°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 109.2"
187% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 4.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

285 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 134 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 63 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 121 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 140 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 139 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 130 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 121 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 134 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 110 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 69 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 95 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 82 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 84 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 71 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 54 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 106 km
Sep 8, 1999 44 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.5 117 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 90 km
Aug 2, 2022 28 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.5 142 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rai Category 5 233 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 80 km
1995 Zack Category 1 297 km
1994 Owen Category 1 257 km
1993 Nell Category 1 232 km
1990 Mike Category 4 275 km
1986 Marge Category 1 216 km
1984 Ike Category 4 211 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1928 CELEBES SEA Earthquake 97 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 140 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 157 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 11.2 in
August 80°F (26°C) 11.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 14.5 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 13.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in

Marawi City has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and February the driest (4.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Marawi City

Institution Type Founded Website
Lanao College of Criminology College
Mindanao State University - Masiu Community High School University
Mindanao State University - Masiu Community High School University Visit →
Unda Memorial National Agricultural School College

Schools in Marawi City

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ESAB Training and Assessment Center, Inc.
Amai Pakpak Central Elementary School
Mindanao State University—University Training Center
Matampay Elementary School
Bae Inomba Blo Bacarat Central Elementary School
Basak Elementary School
Jamiatul Muslim Mindanao
Saduc Central Elementary School
Western Lanao National High School
Marawi City National High School
Rorogagus Elementary School
ISSP
Learning School for Multiple Intelligence
Jamiatul Philippine Al-Islamia
Bae Inomba Blo Bacarat Central Elementary School
Ranao Institute of Science and Technology
Ranao Institute of Science and Technology
AFIA
PIS
AKIC
Abantas
PIACE
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Radio Stations near Marawi City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Marawi City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aga Khan Museum of Islamic Arts
Macapagal Ancestral House

Libraries in Marawi City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Main Library Building0.0
MSU-Main Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Marawi City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ganassi Public Market
Hinaplanon Barangay Market
Hinaplanon Barangay Market
Iligan City Central Market
Kauswagan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Linamon Public Market
Masiu Public Market
Pala-o Market
Sultan Magayong Market
Talipapa
Talipapa
Talipapa
Tambo Public Market
Tamparan Public Market
Unicity

Restaurants in Marawi City

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curly Forst (Heaven)
Curly Frost
Mapunud Restaurant
Maranao Kanton

Cafes in Marawi City

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ballad & Beng's
BEANLEAF MARAWI
Frats
Infinitea

Clinics in Marawi City

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mapandi Eye & Children's Clinic

Dentists in Marawi City

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LMD Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Marawi City

14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
iFuel
LET
Petron
Petron
Petron
Petron
Petron Saduc
PH #1050436165
PH #1052357305
PH #1215188506
Seaoil
Shell
Shell

Gyms in Marawi City

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

T&J Fitness Center

Stadiums & Teams in Marawi City

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Marawi City

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Balabagan AirportSmall Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Maramag AirportXMASmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation AirstripSmall Airport
Mountain View College AirportSmall Airport
Wao AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Marawi City

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Marawi City Post Office
Marawi City Post Office

Treatment Centers in Marawi City

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balo-i Rural Health Unit
Health Center
Health Center Purok 6
Health Center Purok 6
Rogongon Health Center
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Tonggo Health Center
Tonggo Health Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marawi City

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Al-Rashid Masjid
Hadrat Umar Al Farooq Masjid
JMM Matampay Masjid
Masjid Abu Bak'r As-Siddiq
Masjid Buadi Sacayo
Masjid Loksadatu
Masjid Omar Al-Farouk
Masjid Rahman
Santa María Auxiliadora Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
710 m (2,330 ft)
Area
87.6 km² (33.8 mi²)
Founded
1639
Postal Code
9700

Around Marawi City

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 38
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 5
Restaurants 4
Cafes 6
Supermarkets 2
Banks 2
Museums 1
Hotels 1
Parks 4
Places of Worship 8

Things to See Near Marawi City

8 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (8)
  • • Apo Hill
  • • Cabun Peak
  • • Mount Bantayao
  • • Mount Mupo
  • • Pantao Marig Hill
  • + 3 more

🇵🇭 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 Marawi City

What is the population of Marawi City?

Marawi City has a population of 259,993 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 7,692 people per square mile, spread across 33.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Marawi City?

Marawi City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.2 inches.

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