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Tapikan, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Tapikan is a small town in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,232. Elevation: 1,575 ft (480 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,232 Population 1/sq mi density
1,575 ft Elevation 480 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
146.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population2,232
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain146.6 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Population2,232
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Coordinates6.8519°, 124.3225°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation146.6 inches (3,724 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tapikan

Tapikan is a small town in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 2,232. The city sits at an elevation of 1,575 feet (480 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 146.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Tapikan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 146.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,575 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,575 ft (480 m)
Area1,683.6 sq mi (4,360.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates6.8519°N, 124.3225°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 146.6"
286% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

764 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 61 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M7.6 101 km
Mar 5, 2002 Mindanao, Philippines M7.5 91 km
Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 118 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 102 km
May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 69 km
Jul 29, 2010 89 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M6.6 126 km
Jul 24, 2010 63 km WSW of Sangay, Philippines M6.6 113 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 105 km
Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 35 km
Apr 23, 1995 49 km SW of Palimbang, Philippines M6.1 114 km
Feb 7, 2021 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines M6.0 87 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 35 km
Mar 8, 2002 28 km SSW of Maguling, Philippines M6.0 109 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 62 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 49 km
Apr 28, 1992 66 km SSW of Malisbeng, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Apr 19, 2025 39 km SW of Malisbeng, Philippines M5.9 115 km
May 18, 1999 74 km SSW of Palimbang, Philippines M5.9 146 km
Aug 5, 2017 Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 146 km
Sep 3, 2012 19 km WNW of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Bopha Category 4 168 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1976 MORO GULF Earthquake 9.0 m 8,000 67 km
2002 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 3.0 m 15 91 km
1917 CELEBES SEA Earthquake 1.5 m 7 121 km
1928 CELEBES SEA Earthquake - 97 18 km
1923 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake - - 53 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (98 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Matutum Stratovolcano 2,286 m (7,500 ft) 1290 98 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 106 km
Balut Stratovolcano 862 m (2,828 ft) Unknown 199 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 5.0 in
April 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
May 80°F (26°C) 11.2 in
June 78°F (26°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 10.4 in
September 78°F (26°C) 10.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 10.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 8.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Tapikan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Tapikan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Meringen Elementary School - - - -
Mari Elementary School - - - -
Community Learning Center - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Tapikan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Datu Piang Public Market
Datu Unsay Public Market
Datu Unsay Public Market
Esperanza Public Market
Laguilayan Market
Shariff Aguak Public Market

Clinics in Tapikan

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Health Center
Rural Health Unit

Airports Near Tapikan

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allah Valley AirportAAVMedium Airport
Central Mindanao Airport-Medium Airport
Cotabato (Awang) AirportCBOMedium Airport
Balabagan Airport-Small Airport
Datu Paglas Airstrip-Small Airport
Digal Airport-Small Airport
Kalamansig Airport-Small Airport
Lambayong Airport-Small Airport
Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport-Small Airport
Lebak Airstrip-Small Airport
Lebak Rural AirportLWASmall Airport
Philippines Paramotor Training Field-Small Airport
T'Boli Airport-Small Airport
Talayan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tapikan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid (IHH)

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Tapikan

What is the population of Tapikan?

Tapikan has a population of 2,232 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,683.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tapikan?

Tapikan 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. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 146.6 inches.

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