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Matalam, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Matalam is a small city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 9,783. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matalam
Matalam, officially the Municipality of Matalam, is a municipality in the province of Cotabato, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 81,610 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,783 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.0864°, 124.9006° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.4 inches (1,991 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matalam
Matalam is a small city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 9,783. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 183.8 sq mi (476.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.0864°N, 124.9006°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 138 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 121 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 84 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 82 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 131 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in |
Matalam has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 78.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and February the driest (3.9").
Schools in Matalam
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldonado Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame of Matalam | - | - | - | - |
| Gil B. Manalo High School | - | - | - | - |
| Matalam Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baldonado Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Dalapitan High School | - | - | - | - |
| Matalam National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Manubuan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dalapitan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Central Malamote Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kidama Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malamote High School | - | - | - | - |
| Doña Josefa E. Marcos Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Pandan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Datu Ambel Memorial High School – Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Taculen-Malamote Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Matalam
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Matalam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JLGSAT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USM CVM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USM Library and Resource Center | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matalam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Montawal Public Market | |||||
| Kabacan Public Market | |||||
| Kidapawan Fruit Stand and Pasalubong Center | |||||
| Kidapawan Mega Market | |||||
| M'lang Public Market | |||||
| Magpet Public Market | |||||
| Makilala Public Market | |||||
| New Rizal Tuesday Market | |||||
| Pamilihang Bayan ng Antipas | |||||
| Pikit Public Market | |||||
| President Roxas Public Market |
Bus Stations in Matalam
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matalam
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matalam
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Matalam
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Bangoy International Airport | DVO | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| A O Floirendo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dacudao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kasilak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lambayong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Guihing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malalag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maramag Airport | XMA | Small Airport |
| MEPI Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Searbemco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| TADECO Santo Tomas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Matalam
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PRB |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matalam
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Matalam Southern Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Matalam?
Matalam has a population of 9,783 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 183.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matalam?
Matalam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.4 inches.