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JoloPhilippines
City Overview of Jolo
Jolo offers a quiet, low-cost island lifestyle shaped by strong community ties and a slower pace of daily life—ideal for those seeking authenticity over convenience. While healthcare and infrastructure are functional, they’re modest by international standards, and getting around relies heavily on local transport with limited expat support networks. Safety has improved, but caution and cultural awareness remain essential. It’s a place better suited to resilient, independent types drawn to meaningful integration rather than comfort-seeking retirees or families expecting Western amenities. If you value quiet stability and deep cultural immersion over ease and connectivity, Jolo may quietly surprise you.
Population
101,002
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
-
Language
English, Filipino
Distance to Coast
0 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Jolo
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Climate & Weather in Jolo
Jolo has a hot, humid tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af) with warm temperatures throughout the year and no true dry season. Rainfall is frequent and can be heavy in many months, while humidity remains high, making conditions feel warm and often overcast. Long-term climate data places average temperatures near 27-30°C, with annual rainfall generally in the tropical Philippine range but highly variable by dataset.
Summer Average
31°C
Winter Average
28°C
Climate Type
Tropical rainforest
Rainy Days
227
Sunny Days
110
Humidity
82%
Spring
March - May
27-31°C
Temperatures rise slightly and humidity stays high, with a mix of cloudy and sunny periods. Rainfall begins to increase toward late spring, especially in May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
27-31°C
Summer is hot, very humid, and frequently rainy, with heavy showers common. Cloud cover is often extensive, and conditions remain muggy day and night.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
27-30°C
Autumn remains warm and humid with frequent rainfall and only small temperature changes. Wet conditions continue through much of the season, especially in October and November.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
26-29°C
Winter is still warm rather than cool, with persistent humidity and periodic rain. February is typically among the drier months, but no month is truly dry.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Jolo
Advantages
Jolo
Rich cultural heritage
Strong community bonds
Affordable cost living
Beautiful natural parks
Strategic island location
Tight-knit local community
Disadvantages
Jolo
Limited higher education options
Few employment opportunities
Inadequate healthcare facilities
Poor infrastructure development
Security concerns persist
Safety & Security in Jolo
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Philippines Avg
56
Asia Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Jolo
Philippines Average
No city-specific data available — showing Philippines country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
Data Currently Under Investigation
Environmental risk assessments are being researched. The indicators below show what data will be available soon.
