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Polahongon, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Polahongon is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,730. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Polahongon
Mahaplag, officially the Municipality of Mahaplag;, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 28,424 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,730 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5288°, 124.9694° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.1 inches (2,923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Polahongon
Polahongon is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,730. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 135 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 74.4 sq mi (192.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5288°N, 124.9694°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 22 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cabalían (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 38 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 40 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 120 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 151 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 13.9 in |
Polahongon has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.6") and April the driest (6.2").
Schools in Polahongon
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caulisihan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mabuhay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Antonio Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Juan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mahayahay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hiluctogan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Taligue Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| New Taligue Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Monterico Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hipantag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pinamono-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Uguis Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Polahongon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Polahongon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pamigsian Multi-grade Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kahupian Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Santo Niño Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Polahongon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCIC Elementary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Graduate School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Bernard Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polahongon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuyog Marketplace | |||||
| Abuyog Public MArket | |||||
| Aiding's Store | |||||
| Bato Public Market | |||||
| Baybay City Public Market | |||||
| Bontoc Wet Market | |||||
| Cheremie's Dressed Chicken | |||||
| Community Talipapa | |||||
| Divisoria Wet Market | |||||
| Glen/Jasmin's Fish Stall | |||||
| Hilongos Public Market | |||||
| Hindang Public Market | |||||
| Inopacan Public Market | |||||
| LG's Meat Shop | |||||
| Lumber Wood | |||||
| Matalom Wet Market | |||||
| New Wet Market | |||||
| Pangi Sunset Boulevard | |||||
| Silago Public Market | |||||
| Sogod Public Market | |||||
| St. Bernard Public Market | |||||
| Talisay Wet Market | |||||
| VISCA MARKET | |||||
| Wet Market |
Monuments in Polahongon
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Polahongon
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polahongon
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| kahupian seventh-day Adventist | |
| Mabuhay Church | |
| Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel | |
| Polahongon SDA Church | |
| Sitio Kabernal Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Polahongon
What is the population of Polahongon?
Polahongon has a population of 2,730 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 74.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Polahongon?
Polahongon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.1 inches.