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Weather & Climate in Ponot, Philippines
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ponot has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 98.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet.
Temperature
78°F Jan (26°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above US avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4520°N, 123.0222°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
261 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Jul 11, 2011 | 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines | M6.4 | 150 km | 19 km |
| May 15, 2014 | 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines | M6.3 | 148 km | 15 km |
| May 23, 1998 | 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines | M6.0 | 85 km | 658 km |
| Apr 13, 2016 | 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines | M6.0 | 132 km | 17 km |
| May 20, 2017 | 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines | M6.0 | 146 km | 533 km |
| Jul 11, 2003 | 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines | M5.9 | 146 km | 33 km |
| May 13, 1994 | 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines | M5.9 | 56 km | 33 km |
| Oct 16, 1993 | 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines | M5.8 | 119 km | 31 km |
| Feb 23, 1991 | 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines | M5.7 | 103 km | 54 km |
| Jun 14, 2002 | 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines | M5.6 | 146 km | 33 km |
| Oct 18, 1991 | 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines | M5.6 | 121 km | 36 km |
| Jan 7, 2019 | 27 km NW of Siocon, Philippines | M5.5 | 135 km | 19 km |
| Dec 18, 1991 | 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines | M5.5 | 147 km | 519 km |
| Feb 26, 2004 | 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines | M5.5 | 57 km | 12 km |
| Apr 28, 1992 | 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines | M5.4 | 127 km | 568 km |
| Nov 15, 2001 | 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines | M5.4 | 148 km | 33 km |
| Jan 23, 2025 | 8 km E of Siocon, Philippines | M5.4 | 122 km | 62 km |
| Oct 1, 2011 | 30 km ESE of Malim, Philippines | M5.3 | 142 km | 615 km |
| Jun 1, 2018 | 32 km ESE of Malim, Philippines | M5.3 | 147 km | 575 km |
| Feb 28, 1993 | 74 km NW of Siocon, Philippines | M5.3 | 144 km | 32 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
11 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | — | 224 km |
| 2021 | Rai | Category 4 | 109 mph | 186 km |
| 2012 | Bopha | Category 3 | 81 mph | 68 km |
| 2005 | Roke | Category 1 | 52 mph | 285 km |
| 1995 | Zack | Category 2 | 63 mph | 261 km |
| 1994 | Owen | Category 1 | 69 mph | 237 km |
| 1993 | Nell | Category 1 | 69 mph | 249 km |
| 1990 | Mike | Category 4 | 98 mph | 241 km |
| 1986 | Marge | Category 1 | 69 mph | 245 km |
| 1984 | Ike | Category 4 | 104 mph | 194 km |
| 1982 | Nelson | Category 3 | 104 mph | 258 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 | — | 72 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 200 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in |
Ponot has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and February the driest (2.9").