Pandakan, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Pandakan is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 37,157. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Pandakan
Panglima Estino, officially the Municipality of Panglima Estino, is a municipality in the province of Sulu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 37,157 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,157 |
| Population Density | 1,242 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9889°, 121.1658° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.8 inches (1,874 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pandakan
Pandakan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 37,157. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Pandakan
Pandakan has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Feb (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1345 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 400 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,242/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9889°N, 121.1658°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 92 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.9 in |
Pandakan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (3.7").
Schools in Pandakan
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lihbug Kabaw Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lambanah Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Pandakan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum of the Philippines - Sulu |
Farmers Markets in Pandakan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jolo Textile Market | |||||
| Jolo Wet Market |
Airports Near Pandakan
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jolo Airport | JOL | Medium Airport |
| Luuk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siasi Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Pandakan?
Pandakan has a population of 37,157 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,242 people per square mile, spread across 29.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pandakan?
Pandakan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 73.8 inches.
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