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Bacolod, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Bacolod is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,773. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Bacolod
Bacolod, officially the City of Bacolod, is a highly urbanized city in the Negros Island Region in the Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 624,787 people, making it the most populous city in the Negros Island Region and the second most populous city in the entire Visayas after Cebu City.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,773 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2285°, 123.5085° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.3 inches (2,218 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bacolod
Bacolod is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,773. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 218.3 sq mi (565.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2285°N, 123.5085°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (85 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 85 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 137 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 160 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
Bacolod has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 87.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.3") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Bacolod
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milagros West Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Tawad Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bonbon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masbate School of Fisheries | — | — | — | — |
| Cayabon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matanglad Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Bacolod
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate Provincial Library and Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bacolod
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baleno Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Milagros Public Market | |||||
| Mobo Public Market |
Airports Near Bacolod
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bacolod
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Mactan |
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What is the population of Bacolod?
Bacolod has a population of 2,773 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 218.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bacolod?
Bacolod has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.3 inches.