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Buluan, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Buluan is a mid-size city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 60,931. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buluan
Buluan, officially the Municipality of Buluan, is a municipality and capital of the province of Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 60,931 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,931 |
| Population Density | 226 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7203°, 124.8019° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.4 inches (1,889 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buluan
Buluan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 60,931. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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 74.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Buluan
Buluan has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1763 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 270.1 sq mi (699.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7203°N, 124.8019°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 92 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 98 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 83 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 138 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 62 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 49 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 156 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 4.2 in |
Buluan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.4") and February the driest (3.3").
Schools in Buluan
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Yuseff Paglas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buluan Maguindanao Islamic School | - | - | - | - |
| Eastern Kutawato Islamic Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Bai Bagongan Paglas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Datu Idon S'pi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lower Siling Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Daladagan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buluan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Datu Luminog Mangelen Pilot Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Buluan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Buluan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Paglas Municipal Mini Museum | ||||
| Sultan Kudarat Provincial Museum |
Libraries in Buluan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDMU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| PSHS-SRC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buluan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buluan New Public Market | |||||
| Buluan Old Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Columbio Public Market | |||||
| Datu Paglas Public Market | |||||
| Isulan Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| M'lang Public Market | |||||
| New Rizal Tuesday Market | |||||
| Paglat New Public Market | |||||
| Paglat Old Market | |||||
| President Quirino Public Market | |||||
| Tacurong Public Market |
Banks in Buluan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Buluan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Buluan
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Dacudao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalamansig Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lambayong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Kalaong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lebak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lebak Rural Airport | LWA | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | - | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buluan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buluan Old Catholic Church | |
| Datu Abubakar Paglas Mosque | |
| Datu Samad Mangelen Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buluan
What is the population of Buluan?
Buluan has a population of 60,931 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 270.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buluan?
Buluan 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 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.4 inches.