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Biao, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Biao is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,559. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,559 Population 23/sq mi density
466 ft Elevation 142 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
116.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population6,559
Density23/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain116.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Population6,559
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates10.1088°, 122.9772°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation116.7 inches (2,964 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Biao

Biao is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 6,559. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Biao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 116.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Philippines avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Area286.7 sq mi (742.6 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates10.1088°N, 122.9772°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 116.7"
207% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

469 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 M7.1 127 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 28 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 110 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 129 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 134 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 28 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 134 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 34 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 85 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 57 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 146 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 144 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 27 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 117 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 123 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 140 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 88 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 85 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 60 km
2021 Rai Category 4 35 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 285 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 183 km
2014 Hagupit Category 3 261 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 145 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 104 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 186 km
2006 Utor Category 3 191 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 296 km
2005 Roke Category 1 126 km
1998 Faith Category 1 213 km
1995 Zack Category 2 77 km
1995 Sibyl Category 2 292 km
1994 Axel Category 2 172 km
1994 Owen Category 1 106 km
1993 Manny Category 3 266 km
1993 Nell Category 1 96 km
1990 Mike Category 4 65 km
1988 Skip Category 4 227 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 28 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake - 74 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (38 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 38 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 67 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 79 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 98 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
May 83°F (28°C) 7.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 15.4 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 13.7 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in

Biao has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Biao

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Binadlan Elementary School - - - -
Bulwang Elementary School - - - -
Nasanagan Elementary School - - - -
Bi-ao National High School - - - -
Bi-ao Elementary School - - - -
Nabu-ac Elementary School - - - -
Mabunga Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Biao

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
STARR Radio Tayasan - MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Biao

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ASCO Library0.0
Himamaylan Public Library0.0
HNHS Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Biao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aguisan Public Market
Binalbagan Public Market
Camingawan Public Market
Dancalan Public Market
Hinigaran Public Market
Hope Public Market
Isabela Public Market
Jimalalud Public Market
Kabankalan Public Market
La Castellana Public Market
Moises Padilla Public Market
Nabilog Public Market
New Himamaylan Public Market
Old Himamaylan Public Market
Payao Public Market
Tayasan Public Market

Airports Near Biao

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacolod-Silay International AirportBCDLarge Airport
Iloilo International AirportILOLarge Airport
Alvarez Airport-Small Airport
Basay Emergency Airport-Small Airport
Guimaras Airport-Small Airport
Inampologan Island Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Refugio Airstrip-Small Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) Airport-Small Airport
Tambo Airport-Small Airport

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 Biao

What is the population of Biao?

Biao has a population of 6,559 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 286.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Biao?

Biao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.7 inches.

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