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Bawison, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Bawison is a small town in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 3,461. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

3,461 Population 116/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
71.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bawison

Bawison

Parang, officially the Municipality of Parang, is a municipality in the province of Sulu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 83,092 people.

People

Population3,461
Density116/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain71.8 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population3,461
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates5.9375°, 120.8745°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation71.8 inches (1,824 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bawison

Bawison is a small town in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 3,461. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bawison has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area29.9 sq mi (77.5 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates5.9375°N, 120.8745°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.8"
89% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.58"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 2, 2023.

Mar 4, 1999 69 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M7.1 132 km
Feb 25, 2015 81 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M5.7 116 km
Mar 6, 1999 Sulu Archipelago, Philippines M5.2 131 km
Apr 8, 1993 36 km W of Pandan Niog, Philippines M5.2 78 km
Sep 9, 2014 49 km S of Manubul, Philippines M5.1 102 km
Mar 11, 1999 59 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.1 140 km
May 14, 2002 51 km SE of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.0 149 km
Apr 23, 1999 61 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M5.0 133 km
Aug 8, 2004 60 km SSE of Sapa, Philippines M5.0 146 km
Mar 10, 2021 48 km W of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.9 91 km
Jul 19, 2011 37 km SSW of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.9 106 km
Sep 28, 2017 62 km WSW of Pandan Niog, Philippines M4.9 93 km
Mar 11, 1999 59 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 125 km
Jan 6, 2005 41 km SSE of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 125 km
Jan 20, 2019 41 km SE of Kalang, Philippines M4.8 89 km
Feb 13, 2001 59 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.8 128 km
Mar 5, 1999 63 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.7 130 km
Mar 4, 1999 77 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.7 142 km
Feb 18, 2012 17 km ENE of Laminusa, Philippines M4.7 38 km
Jul 10, 2002 65 km S of Tabiauan, Philippines M4.7 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.0 m (23 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 SULU SEA Earthquake 7.0 m 13 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
April 80°F (27°C) 5.3 in
May 80°F (27°C) 8.1 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.6 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in
October 80°F (26°C) 8.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in

Bawison has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.6") and February the driest (3.6").

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Museums in Bawison

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Museum of the Philippines - Sulu

Farmers Markets in Bawison

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jolo Textile Market
Jolo Wet Market

Airports Near Bawison

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jolo AirportJOLMedium Airport
Luuk AirportSmall Airport
Siasi AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
57 m (187 ft)
Area
258.0 km² (99.6 mi²)
Postal Code
7408

🇵🇭 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 Bawison

What is the population of Bawison?

Bawison has a population of 3,461 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 29.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bawison?

Bawison has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.8 inches.

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