Pola, Philippines
Mimaropa · Philippines
Pola is a mid-size city in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 35,771. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°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 Pola
Pola, officially the Municipality of Pola, is a municipality in the province of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 35,771 people. It is 74 kilometres (46 mi) from Calapan.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,771 |
| Population Density | 582 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.1438°, 121.4415° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Mimaropa |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.4 inches (2,347 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pola
Pola is a mid-size city in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 35,771. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Pola
Pola has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2568 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 61.5 sq mi (159.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 582/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.1438°N, 121.4415°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 59 km |
| 1965 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 4.7 m | 355 | 107 km |
| 1911 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,335 | 107 km |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 150 km |
| 1889 | MINDORO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 62 km |
| 1928 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 101 km |
| 1749 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 107 km |
| 1716 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Banahaw (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Banahaw | Complex | 2,158 m (7,080 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Taal | Caldera | 311 m (1,020 ft) | 2020 | 107 km |
| San Pablo Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | 1350 | 110 km |
| Laguna Caldera | Caldera | 743 m (2,438 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Mariveles | Stratovolcano | 1,388 m (4,554 ft) | -2050 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in |
Pola has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (1.7").
Schools in Pola
17 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakyaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bayanan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Puting Cacao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Calima Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guillermo Raymundo - Calima High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tito B. Herrera Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masaging Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tagumpay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Misong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Melgar National High School – Masaguing Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Calatagan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Panikihan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pahilahan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leandro Panganiban Sr. - Tagumpay High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pola Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Pola Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Tiguihan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Pola
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Antonino Public Market | |||||
| Gloria Public Market | |||||
| Lily Store | |||||
| Magaling Store | |||||
| Mercado's Marketing | |||||
| Nambio Market | |||||
| Naujan Public Market | |||||
| Old Victoria Public Market | |||||
| Pinamalayan Public Market | |||||
| Pola Old Market | |||||
| Pola Public Market | |||||
| Roger Sy Store | |||||
| Sigue Market | |||||
| Socorro Market | |||||
| Victoria New Public Market | |||||
| Yumang Store |
Restaurants in Pola
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pola
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pola
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pola
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pola
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marinduque Airport | MRQ | Medium Airport |
| Calapan National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Emilio Aguinaldo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pinamalayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wasig Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pola
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calima Catholic Church | |
| Calima SDA Church | |
| Dayap Catholic Church | |
| Dayap SDA Church | |
| St. John the Baptist Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pola
What is the population of Pola?
Pola has a population of 35,771 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 582 people per square mile, spread across 61.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pola?
Pola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 92.4 inches.
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