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Sitangkai, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Sitangkai is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 17,200. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

17,200 Population 56/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Sitangkai

Sitangkai

Sitangkai, officially the Municipality of Sitangkai, is a municipality in the province of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 37,319 people.

People

Population17,200
Density56/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.3 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population17,200
Population Density56 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates4.6612°, 119.3965°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation71.3 inches (1,811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sitangkai

Sitangkai is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 17,200. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 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 71.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Sitangkai

Sitangkai has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Feb (27.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2026 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.7°C / 82°F 26.4° / 28.6° 196.0
Feb 27.7°C / 82°F 26.6° / 28.6° 110.2
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 26.9° / 29° 152.1
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 26.9° / 29.5° 142.6
May 28.7°C / 84°F 27.4° / 29.7° 248.5
Jun 28.3°C / 83°F 26.8° / 29.4° 162.2
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 26.8° / 29.1° 187.6
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 26.7° / 29.2° 132.9
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 26.8° / 29.3° 148.3
Oct 28.4°C / 83°F 27.1° / 29.5° 173.9
Nov 28.3°C / 83°F 26.8° / 29.2° 157.2
Dec 28.1°C / 83°F 26.7° / 29.2° 214.2
Sitangkai 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 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area305.8 sq mi (792.0 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates4.6612°N, 119.3965°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.3"
88% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.36"
Driest Month (Sep) 4.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 14, 2020.

Nov 2, 1994 35 km ENE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M5.7 97 km
Jan 19, 2015 23 km SSW of Manuk Mangkaw, Philippines M5.5 40 km
Nov 27, 1994 92 km NNW of Sanga-Sanga, Philippines M5.5 123 km
May 18, 2008 50 km NE of Tawau, Malaysia M5.0 136 km
Aug 8, 2004 60 km SSE of Sapa, Philippines M5.0 130 km
Aug 3, 2003 88 km S of Semporna, Malaysia M4.9 129 km
Jul 4, 1992 14 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 110 km
Mar 26, 2017 50 km E of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 75 km
May 28, 2012 26 km S of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 120 km
Apr 9, 2008 40 km NNE of Semporna, Malaysia M4.5 78 km
Aug 25, 1991 42 km WNW of Semporna, Malaysia M4.5 126 km
Dec 6, 1996 33 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.4 91 km
Feb 7, 1996 24 km NW of Sanga-Sanga, Philippines M4.4 65 km
Sep 5, 2014 34 km WNW of Semporna, Malaysia M4.3 117 km
Jul 4, 1992 40 km NNE of Tawau, Malaysia M4.3 150 km
Aug 21, 2010 38 km N of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.2 139 km
Apr 14, 2020 36 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.2 89 km
Mar 4, 2016 16 km SE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.1 110 km
Mar 19, 2015 64 km ESE of Sandakan, Malaysia M4.1 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in

Sitangkai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.4") and September the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Sitangkai

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Datu Halun Central Elementary School
Tongmageng Elementary School
Sitangkai Technical Community High School
Datu Panglima Alari Elementary School
Hadja Jatol Ahaja National High School
Laud Sitangkai Elementary School
Laud Sitangkai Annex Elementary School
Datu Alamia Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Sitangkai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sitangkai Public Market

Airports Near Sitangkai

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sanga Sanga AirportTWTMedium Airport
Sahabat [Sahabat 16] AirportSXSSmall Airport
Tomanggong AirportTMGSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
1 m (3 ft)
Area
792.0 km² (305.7 mi²)
Founded
1959
Postal Code
7506
Website
sitangkai.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 Sitangkai

What is the population of Sitangkai?

Sitangkai has a population of 17,200 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 305.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sitangkai?

Sitangkai 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 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.3 inches.

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