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Pualas, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Pualas is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,100. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,100 Population 22/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
173.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Pualas

Pualas

Pualas, officially the Municipality of Pualas, is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 14,526 people.

People

Population2,100
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain173.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population2,100
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates8.0172°, 123.8481°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation173.4 inches (4,404 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pualas

Pualas is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,100. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 173.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Pualas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 173.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Philippines avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area95.3 sq mi (246.8 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates8.0172°N, 123.8481°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 173.4"
356% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 15.47"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

311 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 141 km
Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 133 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 19 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 121 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 134 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 73 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 128 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 134 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 113 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 75 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 78 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 124 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 128 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 132 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 111 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 51 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 142 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 47 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 116 km
Sep 8, 1999 44 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 296 km
2021 Rai Category 4 235 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 81 km
1994 Owen Category 1 264 km
1993 Nell Category 1 249 km
1990 Mike Category 4 277 km
1986 Marge Category 1 229 km
1984 Ike Category 4 224 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (156 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 156 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 160 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 7.3 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in
March 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 8.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 11.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 14.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 15.5 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in

Pualas has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 117.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.5") and April the driest (4.8").

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Schools in Pualas

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lanao del Norte Provincial Science and Technology High School
Santo Niño Primary School
Abucay-Cancamo Elementary School
Magsaysay Central School
Magsaysay National High School
Durianon Primary School
Felipe Lumantas Memorial Elementary School
Teofilo Morales, Sr. Memorial Elementary School
Tambacon Elementary School
Shiek Omar Elementary School
Kalilangan Elementary School
Sergio P. Cerujales, Jr. National High School
Datu Bebit Dalug Elementary School
Juan Ardon Elementary School – Camp 5
Patudan Elementary School
Guillermo Abugan Memorial Elementary School
Licapao Primary School
Limwag Primary School
Maliwanag Elementary School
Esteban M. Enodio Memorial Elementary School
Bualan Elementary School
Arsenio A. Quibranza National High School – Annex
Sucadan Elementary School
Pedro Buca Memorial Elementary School
Pinpin Elementary School
Sergio Mata Elementary School
Teofila C. Quibranza National High School
Malingao Central School
Candis Elementary School
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Museums in Pualas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bonifacio Historical Center
Museo
Museo Handurawan

Libraries in Pualas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
La Librarie Botique0.0

Farmers Markets in Pualas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bonifacio Public Market
Dimaluna Public Market
Kauswagan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Maigo Public Market
Malingao Public Market
Old Public Market
Ozamiz City Public Mall
Tangub Public Market
Tudela Public Market

Hotels in Pualas

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DJ Lodging House

Gas Stations in Pualas

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petron Bagol

Airports Near Pualas

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Balabagan AirportSmall Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pualas

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapel
Iglesia Filipina Independente
Iglesia ni Cristo
San Agustin Chapel
San Roque Chapel
Sta. Catalina Church
UCCP-Caniogan

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
25 m (82 ft)
Area
246.8 km² (95.3 mi²)
Founded
1946
Postal Code
9209
Website
tubodldn.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pualas

What is the population of Pualas?

Pualas has a population of 2,100 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 95.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pualas?

Pualas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 173.4 inches.

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