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Oroquieta, Philippines
Northern Mindanao · Philippines
Oroquieta is a mid-size city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 71,373. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Oroquieta
Oroquieta, officially the City of Oroquieta, is a component city and capital of the province of Misamis Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 71,373 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 71,373 |
| Population Density | 777 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4859°, 123.8048° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Northern Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.0 inches (2,565 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oroquieta
Oroquieta is a mid-size city in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 71,373. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Oroquieta
Oroquieta has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (26.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2380 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 91.9 sq mi (237.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4859°N, 123.8048°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (110 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 9.9 in |
Oroquieta has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.1") and April the driest (3.8").
Colleges & Universities in Oroquieta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindanao State University - Lopez Jaena | University | — | — |
| Misamis University | University | — | — |
| Southern Capital College | College | — | — |
| Southern Capitol College | College | — | — |
| Stella Maris College | College | — | — |
| University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines - Oroquieta Campus | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Oroquieta
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Lan Institute of Technology | — | — | — | — |
| M.O.T.I. | — | — | — | — |
| Misamis Occidental National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Langcangan Central Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Mobod Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Layawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lower Langcangan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vicente Flores Memorial Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Poblacion 2 Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Canubay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Upper Lamac Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Talic Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taboc Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Oroquieta City Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Oroquieta
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unbox Radio | pop, top40 | MP3 |
Libraries in Oroquieta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloran Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Misamis Occidental Provincial Library and Information Center | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oroquieta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloran Public Market | |||||
| Calamba Public Market | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Public Market | |||||
| Oroquieta City Public Market | |||||
| Pana-on Public Market | |||||
| Sinonoc Coastal Market | |||||
| Tabu-an Marketplace | |||||
| Tudela Public Market |
Hotels in Oroquieta
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Oroquieta
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Oroquieta
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Oroquieta
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Oroquieta
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Oroquieta
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oroquieta
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oroquieta
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Oroquieta
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Oroquieta
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Oroquieta
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Oroquieta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Oroquieta
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laguindingan International Airport | CGY | Large Airport |
| Dipolog Airport | DPL | Medium Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Oroquieta
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| LBC | |
| Oroquieta City Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Oroquieta
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Misamis Occidental Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oroquieta
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Rosary Parish | |
| Iglesia Filipina Independiente | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses |
Quick Facts
Around Oroquieta
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Oroquieta
5 places within 15 km
- • Azcuna Beach Resort
- • El Triunfo Beach
- • Oroquieta Lighthouse
- • Polo Point Lighthouse
- • Oroquieta City Welcome Marker
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Oroquieta
What is the population of Oroquieta?
Oroquieta has a population of 71,373 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 777 people per square mile, spread across 91.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oroquieta?
Oroquieta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.0 inches.