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Weather & Climate in Dipolog, Philippines
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dipolog 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 174 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet.
Temperature
80°F Jan (27°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above US avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 174 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 93.1 sq mi (241.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,005/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5670°N, 123.3347°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
250 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| May 20, 2017 | 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines | M6.0 | 113 km | 533 km |
| Feb 6, 2012 | 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines | M6.0 | 149 km | 9 km |
| May 23, 1998 | 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines | M6.0 | 64 km | 658 km |
| Jul 1, 2019 | 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines | M5.9 | 116 km | 533 km |
| May 13, 1994 | 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines | M5.9 | 68 km | 33 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines | M5.8 | 122 km | 31 km |
| Jul 23, 2010 | 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines | M5.8 | 147 km | 602 km |
| Feb 6, 2012 | 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines | M5.8 | 142 km | 15 km |
| Oct 15, 2013 | 11 km W of Loon, Philippines | M5.7 | 142 km | 16 km |
| Feb 23, 1991 | 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines | M5.7 | 140 km | 54 km |
| Jun 14, 2002 | 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines | M5.6 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Dec 18, 1991 | 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines | M5.5 | 113 km | 519 km |
| Feb 26, 2004 | 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines | M5.5 | 37 km | 12 km |
| Apr 28, 1992 | 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines | M5.4 | 90 km | 568 km |
| Jun 27, 1998 | 31 km S of Valencia, Philippines | M5.3 | 127 km | 540 km |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 32 km ESE of Malim, Philippines | M5.3 | 146 km | 575 km |
| Oct 1, 2011 | 30 km ESE of Malim, Philippines | M5.3 | 139 km | 615 km |
| Oct 2, 2012 | 15 km NNW of Dumingag, Philippines | M5.3 | 31 km | 52 km |
| Aug 26, 2009 | 25 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines | M5.3 | 118 km | 571 km |
| Oct 20, 2013 | 10 km WSW of Loon, Philippines | M5.3 | 139 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
12 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | — | 223 km |
| 2021 | Rai | Category 4 | 121 mph | 171 km |
| 2013 | Haiyan | Category 5 | 127 mph | 296 km |
| 2012 | Bopha | Category 4 | 98 mph | 48 km |
| 2005 | Roke | Category 1 | 52 mph | 264 km |
| 1995 | Zack | Category 2 | 63 mph | 250 km |
| 1994 | Owen | Category 1 | 69 mph | 213 km |
| 1993 | Nell | Category 1 | 69 mph | 220 km |
| 1990 | Mike | Category 4 | 98 mph | 226 km |
| 1986 | Marge | Category 1 | 69 mph | 211 km |
| 1984 | Ike | Category 4 | 104 mph | 173 km |
| 1982 | Nelson | Category 3 | 104 mph | 238 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 108 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (78 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 163 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in |
Dipolog has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (3.2").