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Telafas, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Telafas is a small town in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 2,306. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Telafas
Columbio, officially the Municipality of Columbio, is a municipality in Sultan Kudarat, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 33,527 people, making it the least populated municipality in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,306 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6298°, 124.9729° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.2 inches (1,682 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Telafas
Telafas is a small town in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 2,306. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 357.6 sq mi (926.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6298°N, 124.9729°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 105 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 104 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 70 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 126 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 81 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Matutum (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 31 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in |
Telafas has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.2") and February the driest (3.2").
Schools in Telafas
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinapulan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Telafas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Telafas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Lasak Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Bantangan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Old Bantangan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maligaya Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Libertad Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| New Ilocos Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Datablao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Datalblao National High School – Annex | - | - | - | - |
| Sucob Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Telafas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes The Best Valencia | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Telafas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datu Paglas Municipal Mini Museum |
Libraries in Telafas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDMU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| PSHS-SRC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SAC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Telafas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banga Public Market | |||||
| Bansalan Public Market | |||||
| Buluan New Public Market | |||||
| Buluan Old Public Market | |||||
| Chinatown | |||||
| Columbio Public Market | |||||
| Datu Paglas Public Market | |||||
| Koronadal City Public Market | |||||
| Magsaysay Public Market | |||||
| Paglat New Public Market | |||||
| Paglat Old Market | |||||
| President Quirino Public Market | |||||
| Tampakan Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Telafas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Telafas
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Bangoy International Airport | DVO | Large Airport |
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Central Mindanao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Dacudao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kasilak Airstrip | - | 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 |
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What is the population of Telafas?
Telafas has a population of 2,306 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 357.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Telafas?
Telafas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.2 inches.