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Sindangan, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines

Sindangan is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 5,718. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

5,718 Population 33/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
100.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Sindangan

Sindangan

Sindangan, officially the Municipality of Sindangan, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 104,514 people.

People

Population5,718
Density33/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain100.0 in/yr
Sunny Days155/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population5,718
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates8.2376°, 122.9974°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation100.0 inches (2,541 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sindangan

Sindangan is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 5,718. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Sindangan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 100.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days155 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area174.1 sq mi (451.0 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates8.2376°N, 122.9974°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.0"
163% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

206 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Apr 13, 2016 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M6.0 118 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 81 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 36 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 133 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 99 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 96 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 134 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.6 107 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 57 km
Jan 7, 2019 27 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M5.5 123 km
Sep 8, 1999 44 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.5 143 km
Jun 6, 1995 39 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.4 138 km
Jan 23, 2025 8 km E of Siocon, Philippines M5.4 105 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 140 km
Feb 28, 1993 74 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M5.3 139 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km NNW of Dumingag, Philippines M5.3 33 km
Oct 1, 2011 30 km ESE of Malim, Philippines M5.3 124 km
Jun 1, 2018 32 km ESE of Malim, Philippines M5.3 129 km
Aug 2, 2015 2 km SSW of Lapase, Philippines M5.2 95 km
May 9, 1995 31 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.1 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 247 km
2021 Rai Category 4 210 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 91 km
1995 Zack Category 2 285 km
1994 Owen Category 1 260 km
1993 Nell Category 1 270 km
1990 Mike Category 4 265 km
1986 Marge Category 1 263 km
1984 Ike Category 4 217 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (114 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 114 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in
May 83°F (28°C) 8.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in
October 81°F (27°C) 12.0 in
November 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in

Sindangan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.8") and February the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Sindangan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sindangan Pilot Demonstration School
Binuangan Elementary School
Sindangan National High School
Gusa Elementary School
Saint Joseph College of Sindangan - Basic Education
Sindangan National Agricultural School
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Radio Stations near Sindangan

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AWR Zamboanga Peninsula MP3 192 kbps
Unbox Radio pop, top40 MP3

Farmers Markets in Sindangan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bacungan Public Market
Jose Dalman Public Market
Sindangan People's Public Market
Sindangan Public Market

Hotels in Sindangan

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AlbaCity Suites
D' Crown Hotel
Mama Emias Inn
Vallejo Suites

Restaurants in Sindangan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mon's Grill

Clinics in Sindangan

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sindangan Main Health Center

Bus Stations in Sindangan

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sindangan Integrated Bus Station
Sindangan Integrated Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Sindangan

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Caltex
Petron
Petron
Petron
PH #1187195286
PH #13142014697
PH #1322840018
Seaoil
Shell

Banks in Sindangan

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Valley Bank
BanKo
CRBDCI
Katipunan Bank
Landbank
PNB
Producers Bank
Rural Bank of Rizal
UCPB Savings Bank
Zamboanga del Norte Cooperative Bank

Airports Near Sindangan

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Ipil AirportIPESmall Airport
Liloy Community AirportSmall Airport
Malangas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sindangan

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Lokal ng Sindangan, Iglesia ni Cristo
Parish of Saint Joseph the Worker
Saint Joseph the Worker Parish Church
Seventh Day Adventist Church
United Church of Christ in the Philippines

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
39 m (128 ft)
Area
451.0 km² (174.1 mi²)
Founded
1936
Postal Code
7112
Website
sindangan.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Sindangan

What is the population of Sindangan?

Sindangan has a population of 5,718 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 174.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sindangan?

Sindangan 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 81°F in July. The area receives 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.0 inches.

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