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Olingan, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines

Olingan is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 7,806. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

7,806 Population 92/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
90.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Olingan

Olingan

Polanco, officially the Municipality of Polanco, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 40,485 people.

People

Population7,806
Density92/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain90.9 in/yr
Sunny Days171/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population7,806
Population Density92 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates8.5381°, 123.3216°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation90.9 inches (2,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Olingan

Olingan is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 7,806. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Olingan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 171 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 90.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days171 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area85.1 sq mi (220.5 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates8.5381°N, 123.3216°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 90.9"
139% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.24"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

240 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 117 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 63 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 65 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 119 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 119 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 145 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 144 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 145 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 130 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 116 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 35 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 93 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km NNW of Dumingag, Philippines M5.3 27 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 139 km
Oct 1, 2011 30 km ESE of Malim, Philippines M5.3 137 km
Aug 26, 2009 25 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.3 122 km
Jun 1, 2018 32 km ESE of Malim, Philippines M5.3 143 km
Oct 20, 2013 10 km WSW of Loon, Philippines M5.3 143 km
Jun 27, 1998 31 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.3 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 226 km
2021 Rai Category 4 174 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 299 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 51 km
2005 Roke Category 1 268 km
1995 Zack Category 2 253 km
1994 Owen Category 1 217 km
1993 Nell Category 1 223 km
1990 Mike Category 4 229 km
1986 Marge Category 1 214 km
1984 Ike Category 4 176 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (81 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 81 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 166 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 3.5 in
May 83°F (29°C) 6.5 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in Wettest
December 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in

Olingan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 90.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Olingan

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
San Antonio Elementary School
Jose Ochotorena Elementary School
Felipe Cadavedo Central School
Alberto Q. Ubay Memorial Agro-Tech Science High School
Laoy Olingan Elementary School
Olingan Elementary School
Tubod Elementary School
Malugas Elementary School
Punta Central School
Punta National High School
Sinaman Integrated School
San Jose Elementary School
Santa Cruz Elementary School
Olingan South Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Olingan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Unbox Radio pop, top40 MP3

Museums in Olingan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adasa Ancestral House
Balay Hamoy Museum
Museo Dipolog
ONAY Museum
Rizal Park and Shrine Dapitan
Rizaliana Museum

Libraries in Olingan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dapitan City Public Library0.0
Zamboanga del Norte Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Olingan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bagsakan ni Edad
Dapitan City Public Market
Dapitan City Temporary Public Market
Dipolog City Central Public Market
Dipolog City Food Terminal
Dried Goods Section
Dry Goods Market
Ilaya Public Market
Katipunan Public Market
Manukan Public Market
Obay Public Market
Polanco Public Market
Punta Public Market
Rizal Public Market
Roxas New Public Market
Sergio Osmeña Sr. Public Market
Taboan Public Market
Wet Market

Restaurants in Olingan

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CHRIS & VINCE MEAT LECHON
Jade Mini Carenderia
MILQUE'S EATERY

Clinics in Olingan

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dipolog Doctors Medical and Diagnostic Clinic
Dr. Acis Clinic

Gas Stations in Olingan

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Petron
Seaoil
Seaoil

Stadiums & Teams in Olingan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Olingan

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Liloy Community AirportSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Olingan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Family - Bagakayan Chapel
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
25 m (82 ft)
Area
206.9 km² (79.9 mi²)
Postal Code
7106
Website
lgupolanco.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Olingan

What is the population of Olingan?

Olingan has a population of 7,806 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 85.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Olingan?

Olingan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.9 inches.

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