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Pontian, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Pontian is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,312. Elevation: 2,579 ft (786 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2,312 Population 30/sq mi density
2,579 ft Elevation 786 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
108.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Pontian

The Pontian Boat is an early historic lashed-lug wooden boat discovered on the banks of Pontian river in the state of Pahang, Peninsular Malaysia, in 1926. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest known archaeological examples of a lashed-lug boat in Southeast Asia, with radiocarbon dates placing it between the 3rd and 5th centuries CE.

People

Population2,312
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain108.6 in/yr
Sunny Days142/yr
Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)
Population2,312
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)
Coordinates8.2811°, 124.9003°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation108.6 inches (2,758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pontian

Pontian is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,312. The city sits at an elevation of 2,579 feet (786 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Pontian has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 108.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,579 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above Philippines avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days142 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)
Area76.0 sq mi (196.9 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates8.2811°N, 124.9003°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.6"
186% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 4.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

355 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 141 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 130 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 133 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 126 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 86 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 109 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 68 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 45 km
Nov 11, 2009 2 km NE of Jabonga, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 82 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 64 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 110 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 123 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 112 km
Jun 9, 1999 3 km E of Aurora, Philippines M5.5 112 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 111 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 62 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 143 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 116 km
Oct 14, 2016 2 km NNE of Calamba, Philippines M5.4 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 295 km
2021 Rai Category 5 192 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 14 km
1995 Zack Category 2 258 km
1994 Axel Category 3 290 km
1994 Owen Category 1 216 km
1993 Nell Category 1 176 km
1990 Mike Category 4 236 km
1986 Marge Category 1 167 km
1984 Ike Category 4 169 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (106 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 106 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 149 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.4 in
May 76°F (24°C) 11.1 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 13.6 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 13.3 in
August 74°F (24°C) 11.1 in
September 74°F (24°C) 11.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 10.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in

Pontian has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (4.6").

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Schools in Pontian

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sumilao National High School – Vista Villa Annex
Vista Villa Elementary School
Bagalangit Elementary School
Lico-an Elementary School
Ocasion Elementary School
Puntian Elementary School
Kulasi Elementary School
Lupiagan Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Pontian

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Pontian

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bukidnon Studies Center Museum
Museum of Three Cultures
Museum of Three Cultures

Libraries in Pontian

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BukSU University Library0.0
Malaybalay Public Library0.0
NBSC Learning Resource Center0.0

Farmers Markets in Pontian

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agora Public Market
Agora Public Market
Alae Public Market
Baungon Public Market
Cogon Public Market
Kibangay Public Market
Landing Public Market
Malaybalay Public Market
Manolo Fortich Public Market
Oro Fresh Meatshop
Oro Fresh Meatshop
Puerto Public Market
Santiago Public Market

Clinics in Pontian

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brgy. Puntian, Sumilao BHS

Stadiums & Teams in Pontian

TeamLeagueDivision
Gold City Coliseum

Airports Near Pontian

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Kasapa AirstripSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Lurugan AirportSmall Airport
Maramag AirportXMASmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View College AirportSmall Airport
Wao AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Pontian

What is the population of Pontian?

Pontian has a population of 2,312 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 76.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pontian?

Pontian has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.6 inches.

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