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Bakung, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Bakung is a small town in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 3,185. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3,185 Population 9/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
68.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bakung

Bakung

Simunul, officially the Municipality of Simunul, is a municipality in the province of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 34,245 people. The majority of the people living here are Muslims.

People

Population3,185
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain68.0 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population3,185
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates4.8911°, 119.7942°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation68.0 inches (1,727 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bakung

Bakung is a small town in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 3,185. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bakung has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area375.0 sq mi (971.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates4.8911°N, 119.7942°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.0"
79% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.20"
Driest Month (Mar) 4.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 14, 2020.

Feb 25, 2015 81 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M5.7 133 km
Nov 2, 1994 35 km ENE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M5.7 130 km
Jan 19, 2015 23 km SSW of Manuk Mangkaw, Philippines M5.5 32 km
Nov 27, 1994 92 km NNW of Sanga-Sanga, Philippines M5.5 111 km
Sep 9, 2014 49 km S of Manubul, Philippines M5.1 110 km
Aug 8, 2004 60 km SSE of Sapa, Philippines M5.0 90 km
Sep 28, 2017 62 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.9 128 km
Mar 26, 2017 50 km E of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 113 km
Mar 5, 2015 68 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.6 136 km
Jul 4, 1992 14 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.6 149 km
Apr 9, 2008 40 km NNE of Semporna, Malaysia M4.5 120 km
Jun 19, 2018 26 km SSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.5 145 km
Feb 7, 1996 24 km NW of Sanga-Sanga, Philippines M4.4 41 km
Dec 6, 1996 33 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.4 132 km
Mar 15, 2015 67 km W of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.4 139 km
Sep 29, 2016 29 km NNE of Tumbagaan, Philippines M4.3 106 km
Apr 14, 2020 36 km ESE of Lahad Datu, Malaysia M4.2 129 km
Mar 19, 2015 64 km ESE of Sandakan, Malaysia M4.1 149 km
Jun 13, 2016 28 km W of Parian Dakula, Philippines M4.1 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 4.7 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
December 80°F (26°C) 6.0 in

Bakung has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Bakung

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bakong Elementary School
Hadji Usman Dumahal Elementary School
Panglima Erong Memorial Elementary School
Hadji Omarsani Tambut National High School
Hadji Akbar Ulama Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Bakung

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bato-Bato Public Market
Bongao Public Market
Wet Market

Airports Near Bakung

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sanga Sanga AirportTWTMedium Airport
Sahabat [Sahabat 16] AirportSXSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bakung

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid Bakong

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
1 m (3 ft)
Area
167.3 km² (64.6 mi²)
Postal Code
7505
Website
simunul.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Bakung

What is the population of Bakung?

Bakung has a population of 3,185 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 375.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bakung?

Bakung 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 81°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches.

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