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Buayan, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Buayan is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 14,607. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buayan
General Santos, officially the City of General Santos and abbreviated as GenSan, is a highly urbanized city in the region of Soccsksargen, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 722,059 people making it the most populous city in Soccsksargen Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,607 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.1164°, 125.2347° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,093 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buayan
Buayan is a small city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 14,607. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Buayan
Buayan has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.6°C), the coldest is May (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 943 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 322.2 sq mi (834.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.1164°N, 125.2347°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | MORO GULF | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 8,000 | 128 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 109 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 29 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 71 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 128 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 34 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in |
Buayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (2.6").
Schools in Buayan
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrasah Sandigan | - | - | - | - |
| Kairos GSB Review and Training Center | - | - | - | - |
| H. Bayan Sr. Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arabic School | - | - | - | - |
| Sarif Mucsin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Datu Abdullah Tondog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baluan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Baluan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Datu Acad Dalid Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Buayan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Malita | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Buayan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Paulino Santos Museum |
Libraries in Buayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Santos City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MSU College of Medicine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Polomolok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabel Public Market | |||||
| Alegria Public Market | |||||
| Apopong Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| General Santos City Bagsakan Market | |||||
| General Santos City Public Market | |||||
| Lun Masla Public Market | |||||
| Malandag Public Market | |||||
| Malapatan Public Market | |||||
| Nagpan Public Market | |||||
| Polomolok Public Market | |||||
| Sam's Talipapa |
Restaurants in Buayan
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Buayan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buayan
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Buayan
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kling Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lambayong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lamitan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | - | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buayan
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baluan Philcam Chrurch | |
| Gensanville Subdivision Phase 1 Chapel | |
| Gensanville Subdivision Phase 2 Chapel | |
| GKK Our Lady of Fatima | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Minanga Chapel | |
| St. Patrick Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buayan
What is the population of Buayan?
Buayan has a population of 14,607 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 322.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buayan?
Buayan 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 81°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.