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Bacong, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Bacong is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,091. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

5,091 Population 327/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
72.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bacong

Bacong

Bacong, officially the Municipality of Bacong, is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 43,889 people.

People

Population5,091
Density327/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain72.4 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population5,091
Population Density327 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates9.2464°, 123.2956°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation72.4 inches (1,838 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bacong

Bacong is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 5,091. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bacong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.3 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates9.2464°N, 123.2956°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.4"
90% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

503 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 114 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 84 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 126 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 136 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 74 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 132 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 74 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 99 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 138 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 68 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 75 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 122 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 94 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 124 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 109 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 86 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 93 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 90 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

18 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 151 km
2021 Rai Category 4 95 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 273 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 222 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 27 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 274 km
2006 Utor Category 1 280 km
2005 Roke Category 1 192 km
1995 Zack Category 2 176 km
1994 Axel Category 2 248 km
1994 Owen Category 1 144 km
1993 Nell Category 1 157 km
1990 Mike Category 4 151 km
1988 Skip Category 4 283 km
1986 Marge Category 1 170 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 251 km
1984 Ike Category 4 101 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 165 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 84 km
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 14 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 131 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 151 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 156 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 5.7 in

Bacong has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Bacong

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ong Che Tee - Bacong High School
Calangag Elementary School
Timbao Elementary School
Buntod Elementary School
Buntod High School
San Miguel National High School
San Miguel Elementary School
Sacsac Elementary School
Fausto M. Sarono - Tubod Elementary School
DLHOH Institute Learning Center Corporation
Divine Grace International Christian School
Bacong Holy Family High School
Bacong Central School
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Museums in Bacong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cata-al World War Ⅱ Museum
Museo Vicente
National Museum of the Philippines - Dumaguete
Rodolfo B. Gonzales Museum of Natural History
Seashell Museum
Silliman Anthropology Museum
Whale Bone Museum

Libraries in Bacong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amlan Municipal Library0.0
Balili Barangay Library0.0
Bulak Library0.0
Dumaguete City Public Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Negros Oriental Library Hub0.0

Farmers Markets in Bacong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Amlan Public Market
Bacong Public Market
Bagacay Farmers' Market
Daro Satellite Market
Dauin Mega Market
Dumaguete City Public Market
Fish Market
Fish With Debones Service
Malatapay Market
Mangnao Wet Market
Pamplona New Public Market
Public Market Building № 2
San Jose Public Market
San Juan Public Market
Santander Public Market
Sibulan Public Market
Valencia Public Market
Zamboanguita Public Market

Restaurants in Bacong

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bambulo Resort Restobar
Kingaroo's Seaview Resto Bar
South Beach Grill

Cafes in Bacong

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kape Antaw

Gas Stations in Bacong

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G Star Gas Station
Petron
Petron Station
Route 66 Gas it up
Shell

Shopping Malls in Bacong

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Leon Kilat Mall

Airports Near Bacong

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bacong

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bacong Church
Bethesda Full Gospel Ministries

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
42 m (138 ft)
Area
40.3 km² (15.6 mi²)
Postal Code
6216

🇵🇭 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 Bacong

What is the population of Bacong?

Bacong has a population of 5,091 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bacong?

Bacong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.4 inches.

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