Sapol, Philippines
Central Luzon · Philippines
Sapol is a large city in Central Luzon, Philippines with a population of 148,558. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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 Sapol
Calapan, officially the City of Calapan, is a component city and the capital of the province of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 148,558 people, making it the most populous settlement in the entire island of Mindoro.
People
Climate
| Population | 148,558 |
| Population Density | 1,539 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3650°, 121.1893° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Luzon |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.8 inches (2,256 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sapol
Sapol is a large city in Philippines (Central Luzon) with a population of 148,558. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 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 88.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Sapol
Sapol has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2659 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 96.6 sq mi (250.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3650°N, 121.1893°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 22 km |
| 1965 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 4.7 m | 355 | 74 km |
| 1911 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,335 | 74 km |
| 1889 | MINDORO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 25 km |
| 1937 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 1 | 131 km |
| 1928 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
| 1749 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 74 km |
| 1716 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taal (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taal | Caldera | 311 m (1,020 ft) | 2020 | 74 km |
| Banahaw | Complex | 2,158 m (7,080 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| San Pablo Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | 1350 | 85 km |
| Laguna Caldera | Caldera | 743 m (2,438 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Mariveles | Stratovolcano | 1,388 m (4,554 ft) | -2050 | 150 km |
| Natib | Stratovolcano | 1,253 m (4,111 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in |
Sapol has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.0") and March the driest (2.4").
Schools in Sapol
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caguisikan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| M. Pilot Esig Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maidlang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| N. Aboboto Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
| Batino Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| M. Kalaw Memorial School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sapol
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rage Music Philippines | hiphop, rap | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in Sapol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naujan Public Market | |||||
| Old Victoria Public Market | |||||
| Pamilihang Bayan ng Calapan | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Puerto Galera Public Market | |||||
| San Teodoro Public Market | |||||
| Victoria New Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Sapol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sapol
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mamburao Airport | MBO | Medium Airport |
| Marinduque Airport | MRQ | Medium Airport |
| Basilio Fernando Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Calapan National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Emilio Aguinaldo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manny W Barradas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pagbilao Grande Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pinamalayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tuy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sapol
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Oriental Mindoro Rehabilitation Center |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sapol
What is the population of Sapol?
Sapol has a population of 148,558 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,539 people per square mile, spread across 96.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sapol?
Sapol 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. Annual rainfall totals 88.8 inches.
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