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Norala, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Norala is a mid-size city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 48,499. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Norala
Norala, officially the Municipality of Norala, is a municipality in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 48,499 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,499 |
| Population Density | 1,020 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5225°, 124.6592° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.8 inches (1,977 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Norala
Norala is a mid-size city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 48,499. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Norala
Norala has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1858 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 47.6 sq mi (123.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,020/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5225°N, 124.6592°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 | 68 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 132 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 71 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 69 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 122 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 50 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 73 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 | 85 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in |
Norala has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (3.4").
Schools in Norala
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esperanza Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tinago Grande Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sergio L. Legayada National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Benigno S. Aquino Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kibid Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Norala Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| F. Palmares, Sr. Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame of Norala | - | - | - | - |
| Norala National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tomas V. Balayon, Sr. Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Norala
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Norala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Paglas Municipal Mini Museum | ||||
| Sultan Kudarat Provincial Museum |
Libraries in Norala
| 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 Norala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagsakan | |||||
| Banga Public Market | |||||
| Buluan New Public Market | |||||
| Buluan Old Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Datu Paglas Public Market | |||||
| Esperanza Public Market | |||||
| Isulan Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| Laguilayan Market | |||||
| Paglat New Public Market | |||||
| President Quirino Public Market | |||||
| Surallah Public Market | |||||
| Tacurong Public Market |
Bus Stations in Norala
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Norala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Norala
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 |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalamansig Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kling 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 |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Norala
1 places within 15 km
- • Canizares Viewpoint
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Norala
What is the population of Norala?
Norala has a population of 48,499 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,020 people per square mile, spread across 47.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Norala?
Norala 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 80°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.8 inches.