Bualan, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Bualan is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 12,984. Elevation: 2,595 ft (791 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bualan
Sultan Dumalondong, officially the Municipality of Sultan Dumalondong, is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 12,500 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,984 |
| Population Density | 101 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,595 ft (791 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.7500°, 124.2667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.4 inches (2,752 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bualan
Bualan is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 12,984. The city sits at an elevation of 2,595 feet (791 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bualan
Bualan has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.6°C), the coldest is Feb (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2466 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,595 ft (791 m) |
| Area | 128.0 sq mi (331.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.7500°N, 124.2667°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 116 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (139 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 168 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 12.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 12.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in |
Bualan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (4.1").
Schools in Bualan
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punung Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bacayawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bacayawan National High School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bualan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan Museum of Islamic Arts |
Libraries in Bualan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSU-Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bualan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganassi Public Market | |||||
| Masiu Public Market | |||||
| Padian | |||||
| Tamparan Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Bualan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bualan
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Del Monte Plantation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lumbia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bualan
What is the population of Bualan?
Bualan has a population of 12,984 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 128.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bualan?
Bualan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 108.4 inches.
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