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Paluan, Philippines

Mimaropa · Philippines

Paluan is a small town in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 4,549. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4,549 Population 21/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
92.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Paluan

Paluan

Paluan, officially the Municipality of Paluan, is a municipality in the province of Occidental Mindoro, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 19,461 people.

People

Population4,549
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain92.5 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population4,549
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates13.4160°, 120.4623°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceMimaropa
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation92.5 inches (2,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paluan

Paluan is a small town in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 4,549. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Paluan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area218.0 sq mi (564.5 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates13.4160°N, 120.4623°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.5"
143% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 18.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

977 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 67 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 43 km
Mar 13, 2022 75 km WNW of Cabra, Philippines M6.4 139 km
Aug 11, 2017 1 km SE of Tuy, Philippines M6.2 72 km
Jun 15, 2023 Mindoro, Philippines M6.2 48 km
Oct 9, 2003 18 km WSW of Tagbak, Philippines M6.2 68 km
Aug 23, 1998 22 km W of Sabang, Philippines M6.1 149 km
May 21, 2022 1 km S of Lian, Philippines M6.1 70 km
Jul 30, 1996 38 km WSW of Sabang, Philippines M6.1 133 km
Mar 25, 2010 2 km SW of Tagbak, Philippines M6.0 62 km
Sep 15, 2004 24 km WNW of Looc, Philippines M6.0 90 km
Apr 27, 1994 99 km NNW of Buluang, Philippines M6.0 106 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 65 km
Mar 29, 1993 Mindoro, Philippines M5.9 4 km
Sep 18, 2009 41 km WSW of Batasan, Philippines M5.9 89 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 47 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 41 km
Jul 20, 1996 3 km WNW of Hukay, Philippines M5.9 54 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 47 km
Mar 1, 2006 7 km NE of Paluan, Philippines M5.8 7 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 269 km
2025 Bualoi Category 1 234 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 299 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 203 km
2022 Noru Category 4 211 km
2021 Conson Category 1 134 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 199 km
2020 Goni Category 3 134 km
2020 Molave Category 2 36 km
2020 Vongfong Category 1 242 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 99 km
2019 Kammuri Category 3 24 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 290 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 3 41 km
2016 Tokage Category 1 138 km
2015 Melor Category 4 18 km
2014 Rammasun Category 3 99 km
2014 Hagupit Category 1 291 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 169 km
2013 Nari Category 3 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1994 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 7.3 m 81 67 km
1965 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 4.7 m 355 87 km
1911 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 3.0 m 1,335 87 km
1889 MINDORO ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 59 km
1928 SULU SEA Earthquake 123 km
1749 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 87 km
1716 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taal (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taal Caldera 311 m (1,020 ft) 2020 87 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 120 km
Mariveles Stratovolcano 1,388 m (4,554 ft) -2050 124 km
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 132 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 142 km
Natib Stratovolcano 1,253 m (4,111 ft) Unknown 145 km
Pinatubo Stratovolcano 1,486 m (4,875 ft) 1993 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 16.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 18.2 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 14.1 in
October 78°F (25°C) 10.6 in
November 78°F (25°C) 6.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in

Paluan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 92.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.2") and March the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Paluan

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mamara Minority Elementary School
Marikit Elementary School Annex
Paluan Central School – Annex
Katuray Minority Elementary School
Kalansan Minority School
Tubili Elementary School
Marikit Elementary School
Paluan National High School
Paluan Central School
Lumangbayan Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Paluan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rage Music Philippines hiphop, rap MP3

Farmers Markets in Paluan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kanluran Public Market
Payompon Market

Airports Near Paluan

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lubang AirportLBXMedium Airport
Mamburao AirportMBOMedium Airport
Basilio Fernando Air BaseSmall Airport
Calapan National AirportSmall Airport
General Emilio Aguinaldo AirstripSmall Airport
Manny W Barradas AirstripSmall Airport
Tuy AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
58 m (190 ft)
Area
564.5 km² (217.9 mi²)
Founded
1901
Postal Code
5107

🇵🇭 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 Paluan

What is the population of Paluan?

Paluan has a population of 4,549 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 218.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paluan?

Paluan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 92.5 inches.

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