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Zamboanguita, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Zamboanguita is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,164. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

6,164 Population 186/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
64.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Zamboanguita

Zamboanguita

Zamboanguita, officially the Municipality of Zamboanguita, is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 30,412 people.

People

Population6,164
Density186/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain64.7 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population6,164
Population Density186 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates9.1025°, 123.1996°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation64.7 inches (1,643 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zamboanguita

Zamboanguita is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 6,164. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Zamboanguita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above Philippines avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area33.2 sq mi (85.9 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates9.1025°N, 123.1996°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.7"
70% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.41"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

461 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 133 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 100 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 121 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 129 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 88 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 88 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 122 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 130 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 126 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 109 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 81 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 126 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 94 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 142 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 110 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 98 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 97 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 98 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 93 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 163 km
2021 Rai Category 4 112 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 290 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 240 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 16 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 291 km
2006 Utor Category 1 299 km
2005 Roke Category 1 210 km
1995 Zack Category 2 190 km
1994 Axel Category 2 267 km
1994 Owen Category 1 163 km
1993 Nell Category 1 175 km
1990 Mike Category 4 167 km
1986 Marge Category 1 187 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 267 km
1984 Ike Category 4 119 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 100 km
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 17 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 146 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 162 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 172 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in Driest
April 83°F (29°C) 1.9 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.4 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in

Zamboanguita has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.4") and March the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Zamboanguita

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Apo Elementary School
Zamboanguita Science High School
Zamboanguita Central Elementary School
Basak Elementary School
Decor Carmeli Academy
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Museums in Zamboanguita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cata-al World War Ⅱ Museum
Museo Vicente
National Museum of the Philippines - Dumaguete
Rodolfo B. Gonzales Museum of Natural History
Silliman Anthropology Museum
Whale Bone Museum

Libraries in Zamboanguita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balili Barangay Library0.0
Bulak Library0.0
Dumaguete City Public Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Negros Oriental Library Hub0.0

Farmers Markets in Zamboanguita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bacong Public Market
Bagacay Farmers' Market
Daro Satellite Market
Dauin Mega Market
Dumaguete City Public Market
Fish Market
Fish With Debones Service
Malatapay Market
Mangnao Wet Market
Siaton Public Market
Valencia Public Market
Zamboanguita Public Market

Hotels in Zamboanguita

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kav's Beach Resort
Residencia Tropicana/ Sunshine Bay

Restaurants in Zamboanguita

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jimmy's
Salag Ni Pakdot

Gas Stations in Zamboanguita

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petron
Trinidad Gas Station

Airports Near Zamboanguita

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zamboanguita

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Christo
Iglesia ni Cristo
Latter-Day Saints Church
Saint Isidore Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
170 m (558 ft)
Area
85.9 km² (33.1 mi²)
Founded
1866
Postal Code
6218

🇵🇭 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 Zamboanguita

What is the population of Zamboanguita?

Zamboanguita has a population of 6,164 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zamboanguita?

Zamboanguita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches.

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