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Palkan, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Palkan is a small town in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 3,591. Elevation: 1,946 ft (593 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palkan
Polomolok, officially the Municipality of Polomolok, is a municipality in the province of South Cotabato, Philippines. In the 2024 census, it has a population of 176,671 people making it both the most populated municipality in Mindanao and the most populated municipality outside Luzon.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,591 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,946 ft (593 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2964°, 125.0317° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.8 inches (1,544 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palkan
Palkan is a small town in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 3,591. The city sits at an elevation of 1,946 feet (593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Palkan
Palkan 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 | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,946 ft (593 m) |
| Area | 173.4 sq mi (449.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2964°N, 125.0317°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 | 104 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 142 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 91 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 33 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 88 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 98 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 9 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in |
Palkan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and March the driest (3.2").
Schools in Palkan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonifacio R. Tagaban Sr. Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Palakasam Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Lam-caliaf Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palkan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Palkan National High School – Upper Klinan Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Alnamang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palkan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Palkan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Paulino Santos Museum |
Libraries in Palkan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Santos City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MSU College of Medicine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NDMU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Polomolok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| PSHS-SRC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palkan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apopong Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| General Santos City Bagsakan Market | |||||
| General Santos City Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| Malandag Public Market | |||||
| Malungon Central Public Market | |||||
| Malungon New Public Market | |||||
| Nagpan Public Market | |||||
| Polomolok Public Market | |||||
| Polonuling Public Market | |||||
| Sam's Talipapa | |||||
| Simbo Satellite Market | |||||
| T'Boli Public Market | |||||
| T'Boli Public Market 2 | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market | |||||
| Tiboli South Cotabato Public Market | |||||
| Tupi Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Palkan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palkan
17 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 Kalaong 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 |
| Talayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Palkan
What is the population of Palkan?
Palkan has a population of 3,591 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 173.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palkan?
Palkan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.