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Saaban, Philippines

Mimaropa · Philippines

Saaban is a small town in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 2,527. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,527 Population 1/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
92.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Saaban

Saaban

Pola, officially the Municipality of Pola, is a municipality in the province of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 35,771 people. It is 74 kilometres (46 mi) from Calapan.

People

Population2,527
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain92.4 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,527
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates13.1305°, 121.3687°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceMimaropa
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation92.4 inches (2,348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Saaban

Saaban is a small town in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 2,527. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Saaban has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 92.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area4,000.1 sq mi (10,360.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates13.1305°N, 121.3687°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.4"
143% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.87"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

843 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 55 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 94 km
Jun 15, 2023 Mindoro, Philippines M6.2 99 km
Aug 11, 2017 1 km SE of Tuy, Philippines M6.2 119 km
May 21, 2022 1 km S of Lian, Philippines M6.1 126 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 89 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 90 km
Mar 29, 1993 Mindoro, Philippines M5.9 100 km
Sep 18, 2009 41 km WSW of Batasan, Philippines M5.9 117 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 92 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 85 km
Jul 20, 1996 3 km WNW of Hukay, Philippines M5.9 111 km
Sep 3, 2002 8 km N of Wawa, Philippines M5.8 80 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 150 km
May 12, 2021 10 km SSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.8 75 km
Jul 23, 2021 6 km SE of Hukay, Philippines M5.8 100 km
Mar 1, 2006 7 km NE of Paluan, Philippines M5.8 99 km
May 4, 2019 8 km SW of San Agustin, Philippines M5.7 97 km
May 22, 2011 14 km WSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.7 84 km
Jul 7, 1990 41 km SW of Adela, Philippines M5.7 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 279 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 288 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 266 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 173 km
2022 Noru Category 4 229 km
2021 Conson Category 1 55 km
2020 Goni Category 4 89 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 212 km
2020 Molave Category 2 19 km
2020 Vongfong Category 1 145 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 26 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 104 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 276 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 41 km
2016 Tokage Category 1 226 km
2015 Melor Category 4 15 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 108 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 189 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 166 km
2013 Nari Category 3 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1994 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 7.3 m 81 55 km
1965 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 4.7 m 355 105 km
1911 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 3.0 m 1,335 105 km
1889 MINDORO ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 57 km
1928 SULU SEA Earthquake - - 96 km
1749 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical - - 105 km
1716 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical - - 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taal (105 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taal Caldera 311 m (1,020 ft) 2020 105 km
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 105 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 110 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 144 km
Mariveles Stratovolcano 1,388 m (4,554 ft) -2050 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 6.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 10.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 12.9 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 9.1 in

Saaban has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Saaban

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Batong Dalig Elementary School - - - -
Tigbao Elementary School - - - -
Lapog Elementary School - - - -
Domingo Yu Chu Memorial National High School – Matulatula Annex - - - -
Matulatula Elementary School - - - -
Ciriaco V. Carle Memorial Elementary School - - - -
Mabuhay I Elementary School - - - -
Mabuhay II Elementary School - - - -
Happy Valley Elementary School - - - -
Tagbakin Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saaban

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Sablayan - AAC 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Saaban

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
G. Antonino Public Market
Gloria Public Market
Lily Store
Magaling Store
Mercado's Marketing
Nambio Market
Naujan Public Market
Old Victoria Public Market
Pinamalayan Public Market
Pola Old Market
Pola Public Market
Roger Sy Store
Sigue Market
Socorro Market
Victoria New Public Market
Yumang Store

Stadiums & Teams in Saaban

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Airports Near Saaban

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marinduque AirportMRQMedium Airport
Calapan National Airport-Small Airport
General Emilio Aguinaldo Airstrip-Small Airport
Pinamalayan Airport-Small Airport
Wasig Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saaban

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
born again
catholic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
70 m (230 ft)
Area
159.3 km² (61.5 mi²)
Founded
1918
Postal Code
5206

🇵🇭 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 Saaban

What is the population of Saaban?

Saaban has a population of 2,527 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,000.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saaban?

Saaban has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.4 inches.

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