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Barra, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Barra is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,084. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2,084 Population 10/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
86.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Barra

Barra

Barra de Navidad is a small town located on the western coastline of the Mexican state of Jalisco. It belongs to the municipality of Cihuatlán. The town population was 4,266 according to the 2020 census.

People

Population2,084
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain86.6 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population2,084
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates12.0717°, 123.6395°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation86.6 inches (2,199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barra

Barra is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,084. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Barra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.6 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) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area218.3 sq mi (565.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates12.0717°N, 123.6395°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.6"
128% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 10.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

336 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 49 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 149 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 36 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 31 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 144 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 33 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 76 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 139 km
Sep 29, 2000 34 km SW of Taclobo, Philippines M5.6 137 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 54 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 32 km
Jun 28, 2004 26 km WSW of Osmeña, Philippines M5.4 87 km
Jul 30, 2001 6 km NE of Tigbao, Philippines M5.4 65 km
Mar 27, 2004 3 km SSW of Butazon, Philippines M5.4 125 km
Aug 15, 1999 23 km ESE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 72 km
May 2, 2003 14 km NE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 54 km
Mar 1, 2020 6 km NNW of Guindapunan, Philippines M5.4 139 km
May 23, 2003 10 km NNE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 51 km
Aug 19, 1993 15 km NNE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M5.3 150 km
Aug 1, 1998 7 km E of Batuan, Philippines M5.3 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 249 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 132 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 228 km
2021 Rai Category 4 222 km
2021 Conson Category 1 264 km
2020 Goni Category 5 159 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 270 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 59 km
2020 Molave Category 1 145 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 115 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 49 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 161 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 265 km
2015 Melor Category 4 80 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 236 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 46 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 135 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 97 km
2010 Conson Category 1 248 km
2009 Mirinae Category 2 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 49 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 90 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 114 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 115 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 152 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 164 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 179 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 190 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
April 83°F (29°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in
August 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in
September 83°F (28°C) 9.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 10.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 11.0 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 10.7 in

Barra has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.0") and April the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Barra

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bara Elementary School
Melchor B. Burlaos Memorial High School
San Vicente Elementary School
Matagbac Elementary School
Sawmill Elementary School
Amado Beluso Elementary School
San Antonio Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Barra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Milagros Public Market
Poblacion Public Market
Public Market

Airports Near Barra

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Amoroy AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Calanay AirportSmall Airport
Manato AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Sicogon AirstripICOSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Barra

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balay Silangan Reformation Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Barra

What is the population of Barra?

Barra has a population of 2,084 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 218.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barra?

Barra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.6 inches.

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