Paitan, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Paitan is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 28,511. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Paitan
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People
Climate
| Population | 28,511 |
| Population Density | 273 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6601°, 124.8718° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.2 inches (1,682 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paitan
Paitan is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 28,511. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Paitan
Paitan 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 | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 104.6 sq mi (271.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 273/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6601°N, 124.8718°E |
| 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 | 96 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 98 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 75 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 130 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 69 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 39 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in |
Paitan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.2") and February the driest (3.2").
Schools in Paitan
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalian Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paitan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Paitan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Paglas Municipal Mini Museum |
Libraries in Paitan
| 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 Paitan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banga Public Market | |||||
| Buluan New Public Market | |||||
| Buluan Old Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Columbio Public Market | |||||
| Datu Paglas Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| New Rizal Tuesday Market | |||||
| Paglat New Public Market | |||||
| Paglat Old Market | |||||
| President Quirino Public Market | |||||
| Tacurong Public Market | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Paitan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paitan
21 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 |
| A O Floirendo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dacudao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kasilak Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Malalag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | - | Small Airport |
| Searbemco Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paitan
What is the population of Paitan?
Paitan has a population of 28,511 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 273 people per square mile, spread across 104.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paitan?
Paitan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.2 inches.
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