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Orong, Philippines
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Orong is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,772. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Orong
Kabankalan, officially the City of Kabankalan, is a component city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 210,893 people, making it the second most populous city in Negros Occidental next to Bacolod.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,772 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9373°, 122.8290° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.7 inches (2,964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Orong
Orong is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 6,772. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 440.2 sq mi (1,140.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9373°N, 122.8290°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 42 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 62 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 16.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in |
Orong has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Orong
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matama Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Florentino Galang, Sr. National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Balagtingon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camansi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camansi National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Orong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Yanog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balisong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tan-awan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saisi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tan-awan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bino Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Orong
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR Radio Tayasan | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Orong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSU Museum |
Libraries in Orong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCO Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Himamaylan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| HNHS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Orong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguisan Public Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market | |||||
| Camingawan Public Market | |||||
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Kabankalan Public Market | |||||
| Lumbangan Public Market | |||||
| Mabinay Public Market | |||||
| Nabilog Public Market | |||||
| New Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Old Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Payao Public Market |
Hotels in Orong
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Orong
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Orong
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Orong
What is the population of Orong?
Orong has a population of 6,772 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 440.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Orong?
Orong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.