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Wao, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Wao is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 17,845. Elevation: 4,088 ft (1,246 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Wao
Wao, officially the Municipality of Wao, is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 50,366 people. Wao is the only Christian-majority municipality in its province. Wao is a diverse community, with different ethniolinguistic groups such as Hiligaynon, Ilocano, Iranun, Cebuano, Maranao, Talaandig, Ivatan, and Tagalog residing in the area. Hiligyanon is the dominant language spoken among the residents of the municipality. Wao is now a First Class Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,845 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,088 ft (1,246 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.6833°, 124.6667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.6 inches (2,657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wao
Wao is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 17,845. The city sits at an elevation of 4,088 feet (1,246 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Wao
Wao has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (25.3°C), the coldest is Feb (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3111 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,088 ft (1,246 m) |
| Area | 2,071.8 sq mi (5,365.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.6833°N, 124.6667°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | — | 97 | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 153 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 156 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in |
Wao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 104.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (4.1").
Colleges & Universities in Wao
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindanao State University - Wao | University | — | — |
Schools in Wao
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Purisima High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mindanao State University Wao Community High School | — | — | — | — |
| CFC-School of the Morning Star | — | — | — | — |
| MSU-Wao Senior High School Department | — | — | — | — |
| Wonderland Adventist Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masiricampo Abantas Memorial National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Wao Grace Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Adiong Memorial Foundation Community High School | — | — | — | — |
| Wao Central Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Balatin Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pagalongan National High School – Annex A | — | — | — | — |
| Western Wao Pilot Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Wao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSU-Wao School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banisilan Public Market | |||||
| Gulayan | |||||
| Kadingilan Public Market | |||||
| Pangantucan Public Market | |||||
| Wao Central Market | |||||
| Wao Wet Market |
Restaurants in Wao
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wao
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wao
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wao
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wao
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wao
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wao
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Del Monte Plantation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lumbia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lurugan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maramag Airport | XMA | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View College Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wao
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CAMACOP | |
| Iglesia ni Kristo Lokal ng Wao | |
| Immaculate Conception Parish | |
| Immaculate Conception Parish 3/30 | |
| Our Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel | |
| San Roque Chapel | |
| San Vicente Chapel | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | |
| Wao Bible Baptist Church | |
| Wao Golden Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wao
What is the population of Wao?
Wao has a population of 17,845 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,071.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wao?
Wao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.6 inches.