Pualas, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Pualas is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 18,020. Elevation: 2,756 ft (840 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 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
Climate
| Population | 18,020 |
| Population Density | 182 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,756 ft (840 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.8162°, 124.0711° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 173.4 inches (4,404 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pualas
Pualas is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 18,020. The city sits at an elevation of 2,756 feet (840 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.
Climate in Pualas
Pualas has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (24.6°C), the coldest is Feb (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2466 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,756 ft (840 m) |
| Area | 98.8 sq mi (256.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 182/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.8162°N, 124.0711°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 125 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (161 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 168 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 13.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 13.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.4 in |
Pualas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 113.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (4.2").
Schools in Pualas
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pualas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Pualas Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pindolunan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagoaingud Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Pualas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan Museum of Islamic Arts |
Libraries in Pualas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSU-Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pualas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganassi Public Market | |||||
| Malingao Public Market | |||||
| Sultan Magayong Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Pualas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pualas
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lumbia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pualas
What is the population of Pualas?
Pualas has a population of 18,020 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 98.8 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. Annual rainfall totals 173.4 inches.
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