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Polo, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Polo is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,121. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,121 Population 65/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
136.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Polo

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

Population2,121
Density65/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain136.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population2,121
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates11.5844°, 122.3122°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation136.8 inches (3,476 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Polo

Polo is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 2,121. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 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 136.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Polo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 136.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area32.6 sq mi (84.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates11.5844°N, 122.3122°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 136.8"
260% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.27"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 21, 2025.

Jun 14, 1990 0 km ESE of Union, Philippines M7.1 49 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 63 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 145 km
Mar 27, 2006 0 km NNE of Semirara, Philippines M5.6 113 km
Sep 29, 2000 34 km SW of Taclobo, Philippines M5.6 55 km
Jun 14, 1990 19 km SSW of Union, Philippines M5.6 55 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 35 km
Jun 14, 1990 8 km SSW of Manika, Philippines M5.5 31 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 77 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 64 km
Jun 28, 2004 26 km WSW of Osmeña, Philippines M5.4 146 km
Feb 27, 2000 6 km SSW of Hamtic, Philippines M5.2 111 km
Sep 1, 2003 21 km ESE of Alcantara, Philippines M5.1 65 km
May 7, 1998 3 km N of Potot, Philippines M5.1 142 km
Nov 23, 1994 24 km SW of La Paz, Philippines M5.1 148 km
Jul 14, 2005 5 km NNW of Calaya, Philippines M5.1 121 km
Sep 1, 2003 20 km ESE of Santa Fe, Philippines M5.0 57 km
Jun 14, 1990 2 km WNW of Libacao, Philippines M5.0 11 km
May 26, 1990 11 km W of Odiongan, Philippines M5.0 103 km
May 7, 1993 16 km ENE of Tampayan, Philippines M4.9 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

45 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 133 km
2021 Rai Category 4 166 km
2021 Conson Category 1 223 km
2020 Goni Category 5 230 km
2020 Molave Category 2 181 km
2020 Vongfong Category 2 170 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 169 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 26 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 203 km
2015 Melor Category 4 147 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 234 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 170 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 38 km
2012 Bopha Category 2 234 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 51 km
2006 Durian Category 4 213 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 224 km
2006 Utor Category 3 47 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 158 km
2005 Roke Category 1 179 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 135 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 146 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 8.3 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 9.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 18.3 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 14.1 in
September 80°F (26°C) 13.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 16.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 16.0 in
December 78°F (25°C) 11.5 in

Polo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 130.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.3") and April the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Polo

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sigcay Elementary School
Lapnag Primary School
Torralba National High School
Torralba Elementary School
Badiangan Elementary School
Polocate Elementary School
Dingle Elementary School
Petronilo C. Ibadlit National High School
Polo Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Polo

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boracay Beach Radio internet radio MP3 128 kbps
Star FM Roxas AAC
DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM music, news MP3 128 kbps
Love Radio Roxas MP3 96 kbps
Love Radio Kalibo MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Polo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aklan Museum
Atiatihan Municipal Library & Museum

Libraries in Polo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albasan Barangay Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Polo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Balete Town Market
Guinhalinan Public Market
Ibajay Public Market
Jamindan Public Market
Kalibo Public Market
Kalibo Shopping Centre
Makato Public Market
Mercado de Sebaste
Numancia Public Market
Pandan Market
Pandan Market
Tangalan Public Market

Stadiums & Teams in Polo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Polo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalibo International AirportKLOLarge Airport
Godofredo P. Ramos AirportMPHMedium Airport
Roxas AirportRXSMedium Airport
Tugdan AirportTBHMedium Airport
Azagra AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
364 m (1,194 ft)
Area
269.6 km² (104.1 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
5603

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Polo

What is the population of Polo?

Polo has a population of 2,121 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 32.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Polo?

Polo 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 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.8 inches.

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