Santa Clara, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Santa Clara is a large city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 116,652. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 81°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 Santa Clara
Lamitan, officially the City of Lamitan, is a component city and de jure capital of the province of Basilan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 100,150 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 116,652 |
| Population Density | 863 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6782°, 122.0600° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.3 inches (1,861 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Clara
Santa Clara is a large city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 116,652. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Clara
Santa Clara has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is May (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 135.2 sq mi (350.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6782°N, 122.0600°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | 7.0 m | 13 | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in |
Santa Clara has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (2.6").
Schools in Santa Clara
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basilan State College Laboratory High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sapah Linsungan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Clara Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumakid Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balagtasan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Capengcongan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tandung Ahas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tandung Ahas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Baungus Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maloong Legion Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Suguemmul Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Jose Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bohenange Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Santa Clara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Zamboanga | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Santa Clara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPI Museum Zamboanga | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Zamboanga | ||||
| Wee Siu Tuy Memorial Hall |
Libraries in Santa Clara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DOST Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebenezer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebenezer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Clara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badja Barangay Market | |||||
| Canelar Barter Trade | |||||
| Isabela Public Market | |||||
| Oval Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Tipo-tipo Public Market | |||||
| Zamboanga City Public Market | |||||
| Zamboanga Night Market |
Restaurants in Santa Clara
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Clara
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zamboanga International Airport | ZAM | Large Airport |
| Limo-ok (LARBECO) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tumahubong Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Clara
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| J.A.R Medical Networkers & Mobile Diagnostic Services | ||
| Zamboanga Dialysis Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Clara
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Saint Anthony of Padua Church |
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Waterfalls Near Santa Clara
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Santa Clara.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Santa Clara Waterfalls |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa Clara?
Santa Clara has a population of 116,652 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 863 people per square mile, spread across 135.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Clara?
Santa Clara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 73.3 inches.
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