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Polo, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Polo is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,046. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Polo
Polo is a stick and ball game that is played on horseback as a traditional field sport, and is one of the oldest known team sports in the world.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,046 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.4816°, 123.1802° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.0 inches (1,777 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Polo
Polo is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 4,046. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 103.1 sq mi (267.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.4816°N, 123.1802°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 58 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 104 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in |
Polo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 70.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (2.6").
Schools in Polo
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Pilas Memorial School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Polo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Argao | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| STARR Radio Tayasan | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cata-al World War Ⅱ Museum | ||||
| Museo Vicente | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Dumaguete | ||||
| Rodolfo B. Gonzales Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Silliman Anthropology Museum | ||||
| Whale Bone Museum |
Libraries in Polo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlan Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balili Barangay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumaguete City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Negros Oriental Library Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alegria Public Market | |||||
| Amlan Public Market | |||||
| Bacong Public Market | |||||
| Bagacay Farmers' Market | |||||
| Bais City Public Market | |||||
| Daro Satellite Market | |||||
| Dumaguete City Public Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fish With Debones Service | |||||
| Lumbangan Public Market | |||||
| Malabuyoc Public Market | |||||
| Mangnao Wet Market | |||||
| Manjuyod Public Market | |||||
| Pamplona New Public Market | |||||
| Samboan Public Market | |||||
| San Jose Public Market | |||||
| Santander Public Market | |||||
| Sibulan Public Market | |||||
| Tanjay Public Market | |||||
| Valencia Public Market |
Airports Near Polo
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Polo
What is the population of Polo?
Polo has a population of 4,046 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 103.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Polo?
Polo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.0 inches.