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Biga, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Biga is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,830. Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,830 Population 267/sq mi density
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
113.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Biga

Biga

Lugait, officially the Municipality of Lugait, is a municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 20,946 people.

People

Population2,830
Density267/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain113.0 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Population2,830
Population Density267 / sq mi
Coordinates8.3578°, 124.2597°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation113.0 inches (2,871 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Biga

Biga is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,830. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Biga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 113.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average).

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Area10.6 sq mi (27.5 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates8.3578°N, 124.2597°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 113.0"
197% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 16.42"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

244 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 119 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 64 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 125 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 91 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 128 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 133 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 97 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 148 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 100 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 103 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 106 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 139 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 89 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 104 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 97 km
Sep 8, 1999 44 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.5 150 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 82 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 141 km
Jun 6, 1995 39 km SE of Malim, Philippines M5.4 142 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 275 km
2021 Rai Category 5 194 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 300 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 42 km
2005 Roke Category 1 287 km
1995 Zack Category 2 259 km
1994 Owen Category 1 218 km
1993 Nell Category 1 196 km
1990 Mike Category 4 238 km
1986 Marge Category 1 178 km
1984 Ike Category 4 175 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 232 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (104 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 104 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 156 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
July 80°F (26°C) 8.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 14.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 16.4 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in

Biga has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.4") and April the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Biga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Biga Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Biga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Biga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Macapagal Ancestral House

Libraries in Biga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Iligan City Public Library0.0
Main Library Building0.0
MSU-Naawan Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Biga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alubijid Public Market
Gitagum Public Market
Hinaplanon Barangay Market
Hinaplanon Barangay Market
Iligan City Central Market
Initao Public Market
Kauswagan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Laguindingan Kadiwa Public Market
Libertad Public Market
Linamon Public Market
Lugait Public Market
Manticao Public Market
Manticao Wet Market
Naawan Public Market
Pala-o Market
Pangayawan Mini Market
Talipapa
Talipapa
Talipapa
Tambo Public Market
Unicity

Airports Near Biga

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation AirstripSmall Airport
Wao AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Biga

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Balo-i Rural Health Unit
Health Center
Health Center
Health Center Purok 6
Health Center Purok 6
Rogongon Health Center
Santa Cruz Health Center
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Santiago Barangay Health Center
Tonggo Health Center
Tonggo Health Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
89 m (292 ft)
Area
27.5 km² (10.6 mi²)
Postal Code
9025

🇵🇭 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 Biga

What is the population of Biga?

Biga has a population of 2,830 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 267 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Biga?

Biga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.0 inches.

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