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Polo, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Polo is a small town in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 2,631. Elevation: 1,483 ft (452 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Polo
Polo is a stick and ball game that is played on horseback as a traditional field sport, and is one of the oldest known team sports in the world.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,631 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2647°, 125.1125° |
| 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 Polo
Polo is a small town in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 2,631. The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet (452 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 Polo
Polo 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 | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Area | 131.3 sq mi (340.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2647°N, 125.1125°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 | 113 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 148 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 99 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 32 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 85 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | — | 97 | 108 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 13 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 162 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 |
Polo 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 Polo
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landan National High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Maligo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dole Philippines School | — | — | — | — |
| Landan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Dole Cannery Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Polomolok National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Guaza Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kawit Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kalyong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Datal Bila Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Bukay-eel Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cassava Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Polo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Malita | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Polo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Paulino Santos Museum |
Libraries in Polo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Santos City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MSU College of Medicine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Polomolok Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabel Public Market | |||||
| Alegria Public Market | |||||
| Apopong Public Market | |||||
| Banate Centro Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Calumpang Public Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| General Santos City Bagsakan Market | |||||
| General Santos City Public Market | |||||
| Lun Masla 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 | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market | |||||
| Tupi Public Market |
Restaurants in Polo
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Polo
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Polo
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Polo
16 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polo
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aknalan Pentecostal Church | |
| Cannery Baptist Church | |
| Jesus the Good Shepherd Church | |
| Londres Aliance Church | |
| Trappistine Monastery | |
| Trappustine |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Polo
What is the population of Polo?
Polo has a population of 2,631 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 131.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Polo?
Polo 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.