Sumisip, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Sumisip is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 55,778. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°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 Sumisip
Sumisip, officially the Municipality of Sumisip, is a municipality in the province of Basilan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 47,345 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 55,778 |
| Population Density | 255 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4197°, 121.9714° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.0 inches (2,033 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sumisip
Sumisip is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 55,778. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Sumisip
Sumisip has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (27.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1433 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 219.2 sq mi (567.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 255/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4197°N, 121.9714°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 | 47 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in |
Sumisip has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in February to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Sumisip
15 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mangal Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sumisip National High School – Mangal Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Suligan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bubuan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaumpurnah Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bubuan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Calang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabcaban Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Libug Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Upper Benembengan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lower Sumisip Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Limbocandis Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sumisip National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sumisip Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sumisip
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Zamboanga | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Sumisip
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wee Siu Tuy Memorial Hall |
Farmers Markets in Sumisip
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badja Barangay Market | |||||
| Oval Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sumisip Public Market | |||||
| Sumisip Wet Market | |||||
| Tipo-tipo Public Market |
Airports Near Sumisip
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zamboanga International Airport | ZAM | Large Airport |
| Limo-ok (LARBECO) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Luuk Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tumahubong Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Sumisip?
Sumisip has a population of 55,778 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 255 people per square mile, spread across 219.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sumisip?
Sumisip has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 80.0 inches.
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