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Mercedes, Philippines
Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines
Mercedes is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 8,729. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Mercedes
Zamboanga City, a highly urbanized city since 22 November 1983, comprises 98 barangays, which are grouped into 13 geographic districts. The territory of Zamboanga City covers approximately 148,338.40 hectares, of which 142,089.90 (95.8%) lies on mainland Mindanao and 6,248.50 (4.2%) are on islands.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,729 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.9586°, 122.1483° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.3 inches (1,583 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mercedes
Mercedes is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 8,729. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Mercedes
Mercedes has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is May (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 1,693.1 sq mi (4,385.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.9586°N, 122.1483°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | 13 | 108 km |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in |
Mercedes has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.1") and March the driest (2.1").
Schools in Mercedes
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mercedes Central School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mercedes
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Zamboanga | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Mercedes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPI Museum Zamboanga | ||||
| City Museum | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Zamboanga | ||||
| Parque de Cencia de Zamboanga | ||||
| Sebastián Hurtado de Corcuera Museum |
Libraries in Mercedes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOST Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebenezer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebenezer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mercedes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aderes Flea Market | |||||
| Canelar Barter Trade | |||||
| Caputatan Market | |||||
| Caputatan Market | |||||
| Divisoria Flea Market | |||||
| Flea Market | |||||
| Flea Market | |||||
| Guiwan Flea Market | |||||
| LB Wet Market | |||||
| Tumaga Flea Market | |||||
| Zamboanga City Public Market | |||||
| Zamboanga Night Market |
Restaurants in Mercedes
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mercedes
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mercedes
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mercedes
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mercedes
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zamboanga International Airport | ZAM | Large Airport |
| Limo-ok (LARBECO) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sirawai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tumahubong Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mercedes
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Divisoria Health Center | ||
| J.A.R Medical Networkers & Mobile Diagnostic Services | ||
| JM Dental | ||
| Sta. Maria Health Center | ||
| Zamboanga Dialysis Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mercedes
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| East-Coast Adventist Church | |
| Immaculate Conception Chapel | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Our Lady of Ransom | |
| Sadik Grand Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mercedes?
Mercedes has a population of 8,729 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,693.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mercedes?
Mercedes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.3 inches.