Pantar, Philippines
Northern Mindanao · Philippines
Pantar is a small city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 27,300. Elevation: 1,942 ft (592 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°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 Pantar
Pantar is the second largest island in the Indonesian Alor Archipelago, after Alor. To the east is the island of Alor and other small islands in the archipelago; to the west is the Alor Strait, which separates it from the Solor Archipelago. To the south is the Ombai Strait, and 72 kilometres (45 mi) away, the island of Timor. To the north is the Banda Sea. Pantar is about 50 kilometres (31 mi) north-to-south, and varies from 11 to 29 kilometres in east–west width. It has an area of 776.12 square kilometres (299.66 sq mi). The main towns on the island are Baranusa and Kabir. Administratively, the island is part of the Alor Regency.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,300 |
| Population Density | 777 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,942 ft (592 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0661°, 124.2583° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Northern Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 157.6 inches (4,004 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pantar
Pantar is a small city in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 27,300. The city sits at an elevation of 1,942 feet (592 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 157.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Pantar
Pantar has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.6°C), the coldest is Feb (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2466 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,942 ft (592 m) |
| Area | 35.1 sq mi (91.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0661°N, 124.2583°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (134 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 134 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in |
Pantar has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (4.2").
Schools in Pantar
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantar Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pantar West Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pantar National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bowi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabasaran Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dibarosan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bubong Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sigayan Adil Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Punod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pawak Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pantar
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rock Davao | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Pantar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan Museum of Islamic Arts | ||||
| Macapagal Ancestral House |
Libraries in Pantar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| MSU-Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pantar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganassi Public Market | |||||
| Hinaplanon Barangay Market | |||||
| Hinaplanon Barangay Market | |||||
| Iligan City Central Market | |||||
| Kauswagan Public Market | |||||
| Kawit Public Market | |||||
| Linamon Public Market | |||||
| Masiu Public Market | |||||
| Pala-o Market | |||||
| Sultan Magayong Market | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Tambo Public Market | |||||
| Tamparan Public Market | |||||
| Unicity |
Stadiums & Teams in Pantar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pantar
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laguindingan International Airport | CGY | Large Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Del Monte Plantation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lumbia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Pantar
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balo-i Rural Health Unit | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Health Center Purok 6 | ||
| Health Center Purok 6 | ||
| Rogongon Health Center | ||
| Santa Cruz Health Center | ||
| Santiago Barangay Health Center | ||
| Santiago Barangay Health Center | ||
| Tonggo Health Center | ||
| Tonggo Health Center |
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Meteorites Near Pantar
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Pantar.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pantar | 1938 |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pantar
What is the population of Pantar?
Pantar has a population of 27,300 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 777 people per square mile, spread across 35.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pantar?
Pantar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 157.6 inches.
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