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Baras is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 12,992. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Baras
Baras, officially the Municipality of Baras, is a municipality in the province of Catanduanes, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 12,992 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,992 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.6588°, 124.3700° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.1 inches (3,203 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Baras
Baras is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 12,992. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Baras
Baras has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Feb (26.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 3506 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 70.2 sq mi (181.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.6588°N, 124.3700°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 105 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 16.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 21.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 21.7 in | Wettest |
Baras has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in February to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 136.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (21.7") and April the driest (6.4").
Colleges & Universities in Baras
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catanduanes State University, Panganiban Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Baras
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agban Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tilod Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baras Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Putsan-Danao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baras Rural Development High School | — | — | — | — |
| Macutal Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Abihao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Puraran Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Miguel Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Caragumihan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paniquihan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guinsaanan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Benticayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Salvacion Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moning Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Agban National High School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Baras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Catanduanes |
Libraries in Baras
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Baras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bato Public Market | |||||
| Virac Public Market |
Hotels in Baras
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Baras
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lahuy Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Baras
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pope St. John Paul II Parish | |
| St. Lawrence Deacon and Martyr Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Baras
What is the population of Baras?
Baras has a population of 12,992 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 70.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baras?
Baras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.1 inches.