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Bais, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Bais is a mid-size city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 88,050. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

88,050 Population 713/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bais

Bais

Bais, officially the City of Bais, is a component city in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 88,050 people.

People

Population88,050
Density713/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain81.3 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population88,050
Population Density713 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates9.5911°, 123.1228°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation81.3 inches (2,065 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bais

Bais is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 88,050. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Bais

Bais has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1861 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 112.5
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 21.8° / 30.1° 94.1
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 22.6° / 31.3° 66.7
Apr 27.7°C / 82°F 22.9° / 32.8° 65.5
May 28.3°C / 83°F 24.7° / 33.4° 132.5
Jun 27.2°C / 81°F 24.2° / 32° 175.6
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 23.9° / 30.3° 235.2
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 23.7° / 30.8° 203.0
Sep 26.5°C / 80°F 23.7° / 30.7° 165.6
Oct 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 30.6° 250.5
Nov 26.5°C / 80°F 23.8° / 30.1° 164.8
Dec 26°C / 79°F 22.9° / 29.9° 195.0
Bais has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area123.4 sq mi (319.6 km²)
Population Density713/sq mi
Coordinates9.5911°N, 123.1228°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.3"
114% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.38"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

516 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 46 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 104 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 119 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 33 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 94 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 122 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 126 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 26 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 84 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 66 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 57 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 128 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 110 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 56 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 128 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 92 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 115 km
Jul 11, 2011 22 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M5.3 95 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 113 km
2021 Rai Category 4 60 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 236 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 190 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 69 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 238 km
2006 Utor Category 3 246 km
2005 Roke Category 1 163 km
1998 Faith Category 1 272 km
1995 Zack Category 2 135 km
1994 Axel Category 2 218 km
1994 Owen Category 1 124 km
1993 Nell Category 1 129 km
1990 Mike Category 4 114 km
1988 Skip Category 4 260 km
1987 Phyllis Category 3 295 km
1986 Marge Category 1 176 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 212 km
1984 Ike Category 4 77 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 134 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 46 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (38 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 38 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 91 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 119 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 132 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 11.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
November 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in

Bais has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.4") and February the driest (2.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Bais

Institution Type Founded Website
Cebu Technological University - Malabuyoc Extension University - Visit →
La Consolacion College Bais College - Visit →
Negros Academy–Negros College, Inc. College - ,
Negros Oriental State University - Bais Campus I University - Visit →
Negros Oriental State University - Bais Campus II University - Visit →

Schools in Bais

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Manuel L. Teves Memorial High School - - - -
Talungon Elementary School - - - -
Bais City National High School - - - -
Bais City National Science High School - - - -
Bais City Special Science Elementary School - - - -
Bais City Pilot School - - - -
Tangculogan Elementary School - - - -
Tangculogan High School - - - -
Olympia Island Integrated School – Elementary - - - -
Olympia Island Integrated School – Secondary - - - -
Bais City West Elementary School - - - -
Basak Elementary School - - - -
Panam-angan Elementary School - - - -
Cipriano Alcala Memorial Elementary School - - - -
Okiot National High School - - - -
Okiot Elementary School - - - -
Cambanjao Elementary School - - - -
Cabanlutan Elementary School - - - -
Javier Laxina I Memorial High School - - - -
Cambuilao Elementary School - - - -
Dawis Elementary School - - - -
Lo-oc Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bais

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Argao - AAC 64 kbps
STARR Radio Tayasan - MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Bais

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amlan Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bais

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alegria Public Market
Amlan Public Market
Bais City Public Market
Bindoy Public Market
Domolog Public Market
Lumbangan Public Market
Mabinay Public Market
Malabuyoc Public Market
Manjuyod Public Market
Pamplona New Public Market
Pantao Public Market
Samboan Public Market
San Jose Public Market
Sangi Public Market
Santander Public Market
Sibulan Public Market
Talaptap Sunday Farmer's Market
Tanjay Public Market

Hotels in Bais

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bahia Hotel
La Planta Hotel

Restaurants in Bais

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comida de Bais
Fuyma
Level 2
Wonka Fastfood

Cafes in Bais

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sweet Cleopatra

Bus Stations in Bais

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bais Bus Station

Gas Stations in Bais

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BCOEMCO Gas Station
Caltex
Caltex
LFG Gas Station
Petron

Banks in Bais

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BPI
Landbank
Metrobank
PNB
Producers Bank
Rizal Bank, Inc
Robinsons Bank

Airports Near Bais

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Alvarez Airport-Small Airport
Basay Emergency Airport-Small Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) Airport-Small Airport
Siquijor Airport-Small Airport
Tambo Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bais

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Christ
Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal ng Bais
March of Faith Bais
San Nicholas de Tolentino Parish Church
Sta. Lucia's Chapel
United Church of Christ In The Philippines

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
179 m (587 ft)
Area
319.6 km² (123.4 mi²)
Postal Code
6206
Website
bais.gov.ph/

Around Bais

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 22
Hospitals 1
Pharmacies 3
Restaurants 4
Cafes 1
Bars 2
Supermarkets 2
Banks 5
Hotels 3
Parks 4
Places of Worship 5

Things to See Near Bais

2 places within 15 km

🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Dacu Lighthouse
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Torres

🇵🇭 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 Bais

What is the population of Bais?

Bais has a population of 88,050 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 713 people per square mile, spread across 123.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bais?

Bais has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.

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