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Maitum, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Maitum is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 8,478. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maitum
Maitum, officially the Municipality of Maitum, is a municipality in the province of Sarangani, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 44,185 people, making it the least populated municipality in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,478 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0392°, 124.4986° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.5 inches (1,891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maitum
Maitum is a small city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 8,478. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 112.2 sq mi (290.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0392°N, 124.4986°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 | 53 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 79 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 28 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 56 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 87 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 79 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 75 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 73 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in |
Maitum has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (3.6").
Schools in Maitum
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Yabes Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wali Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Malalag Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiayap Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maitum Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pangi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sison Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Linao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tablao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabading Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Edenton Mission College | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame of Maitum | - | - | - | - |
| Virginia Tañedo Garcia Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maitum
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Maitum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House of Gongs | ||||
| The Treasures of Maitum |
Libraries in Maitum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiamba Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maitum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagsakan | |||||
| Kiamba Municipal Fishport | |||||
| Kiamba Public Market | |||||
| Lake Sebu Live Tilapia | |||||
| Lake Sebu Public Market | |||||
| Maitum Public Market | |||||
| Tabilil Mini Market |
Bus Stations in Maitum
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maitum
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Maitum
13 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 |
| Kalamansig Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kling 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 |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | - | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maitum
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cambuhan Cavalry Church | |
| Edenton Cavalry Church | |
| Foursquare Gospel Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| New Life Church Maitum | |
| Sto. Nino Parish Church | |
| UCCP Maitum |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Maitum
What is the population of Maitum?
Maitum has a population of 8,478 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 112.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maitum?
Maitum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.