Potia, Philippines
Cordillera · Philippines
Potia is a mid-size city in Cordillera, Philippines with a population of 34,810. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 80°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 Potia
Alfonso Lista, formerly known as Potia, officially the Municipality of Lista is a municipality in the province of Ifugao, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 34,810 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,810 |
| Population Density | 667 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8500°, 121.4833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cordillera |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 107.5 inches (2,731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potia
Potia is a mid-size city in Philippines (Cordillera) with a population of 34,810. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet (171 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Potia
Potia has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3199 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 52.2 sq mi (135.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 667/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8500°N, 121.4833°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.3 m (14 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | 4.3 m | 15 | 121 km |
| 1990 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 2,412 | 134 km |
| 1968 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 270 | 86 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 103 km |
| 1880 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 20 | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 167 km |
| Arayat | Stratovolcano | 1,026 m (3,366 ft) | Unknown | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in |
Potia has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in Potia
20 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfonso Lista Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Maria National High School | - | - | - | - |
| General Aguinaldo Elementary School - Villa Verde Primary School - Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Mabanutan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santo Domingo Elementary School – Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Halag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ubao National High School Extension | - | - | - | - |
| Namnama Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Maria National High School Extension | - | - | - | - |
| Potia Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| General Aguinaldo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dolowog Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pojnaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Halag Primary School – Halag 3, Riverside – Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Namillangan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Calupaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ambatali Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Namillangan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Santo Domingo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| General Emilio Aguinaldo National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Potia
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM Baguio | - | AAC | |
| Love Radio Santiago | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Santiago | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Santiago (M3U) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Candon | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Potia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balay ti Santiago |
Libraries in Potia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cyber Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Graduate School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alicia Public Market | |||||
| Aurora Public Market | |||||
| Bagabag Public Market | |||||
| Cabatuan Public Market | |||||
| Cordon Public Market | |||||
| Diadi Public Market | |||||
| Echague Public Market | |||||
| Echague Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Ramon Isabela Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Manuel Public Market | |||||
| San Mateo Public Market |
Gas Stations in Potia
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Potia
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cauayan Airport | CYZ | Medium Airport |
| Bagabag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casiguran Airport | CGG | Small Airport |
| Cordon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dilasag Airport | DSG | Small Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potia
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alfonso Lista Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng General Emilio Aguinaldo, Isabela South |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Potia
What is the population of Potia?
Potia has a population of 34,810 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 667 people per square mile, spread across 52.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potia?
Potia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 107.5 inches.
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