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Polomolok, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Polomolok is a mid-size city in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 63,987. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Polomolok
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 | 63,987 |
| Population Density | 487 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2217°, 125.0640° |
| 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 Polomolok
Polomolok is a mid-size city in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 63,987. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 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 Polomolok
Polomolok 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 | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 131.3 sq mi (340.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 487/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2217°N, 125.0640°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 | 108 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 141 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 93 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 26 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 80 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 105 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 17 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 169 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 |
Polomolok 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 Polomolok
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL Valencia Academy, Inc. Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Silway 8 National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Silway 8 Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Matutum View Baptist Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Natividad Jr. Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Polomolok Creek Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Juan Bayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Poblacion Polomolok National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Lorenzo School of Polomolok | - | - | - | - |
| Eugenio L. Lido Rañada Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bianan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| General Santos Academy, Inc. | - | - | - | - |
| Christian School of Polomolok | - | - | - | - |
| Kiddie Academy for the Arts Polomolok Inc. | - | - | - | - |
| Polomolok National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Polomolok Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mt. Matutum Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Green Advanced Kest and Arts Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Schola de San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Southern Baptist School of Polomolok | - | - | - | - |
| Better Educational System and Training (BEST) School of Polomolok | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Polomolok
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Polomolok
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Paulino Santos Museum |
Libraries in Polomolok
| 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 Polomolok
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabel Public Market | |||||
| Alegria Public Market | |||||
| Apopong 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 | |||||
| T'Boli Public Market | |||||
| T'Boli Public Market 2 | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market | |||||
| Tupi Public Market |
Hotels in Polomolok
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Polomolok
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Polomolok
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Polomolok
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Polomolok
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Polomolok
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Polomolok
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Polomolok
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 Polomolok
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| GKK San Vicente Ferrer | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Matutum View Baptist Church | |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church | |
| Polomolok Alliance Church | |
| Polomolok South Baptist Church | |
| Poor Clare Monastery | |
| Rubber Masjid | |
| Saint Jude Chapel | |
| The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | |
| The Good Shepherd Parish |
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Quick Facts
Around Polomolok
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Polomolok
4 places within 15 km
- • Olarte Cave
- • Buko Buko Peak
- • Nopol Hill
- • Sanchez Peak
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What is the population of Polomolok?
Polomolok has a population of 63,987 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 487 people per square mile, spread across 131.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Polomolok?
Polomolok 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.