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Katangawan, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Katangawan is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 8,476. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Katangawan
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 | 8,476 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.1722°, 125.2214° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.8 inches (1,265 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katangawan
Katangawan is a small city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 8,476. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Katangawan
Katangawan 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 | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 322.2 sq mi (834.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.1722°N, 125.2214°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 | 126 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 109 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 31 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 76 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 123 km |
| 1924 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 28 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in |
Katangawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and March the driest (3.0").
Schools in Katangawan
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligaya High School – Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Ligaya Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tokawal Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Johnny Ang National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Katangawan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Katangawan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Malita | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Katangawan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Paulino Santos Museum |
Libraries in Katangawan
| 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 Katangawan
| 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 | |||||
| Malungon Central Public Market | |||||
| Malungon New Public Market | |||||
| Nagpan Public Market | |||||
| Polomolok Public Market | |||||
| Sam's Talipapa |
Restaurants in Katangawan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Katangawan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Katangawan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Katangawan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Katangawan
15 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 |
| 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 Katangawan
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembly of God | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Wesleyan Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Katangawan?
Katangawan has a population of 8,476 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 322.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katangawan?
Katangawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.