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Bigaan, Philippines
Caraga · Philippines
Bigaan is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 2,744. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bigaan
Hinatuan is a municipality in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 43,841 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,744 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3172°, 126.2811° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Caraga |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 153.4 inches (3,895 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bigaan
Bigaan is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 2,744. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 153.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bigaan
Bigaan has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 5189 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 106 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 115.5 sq mi (299.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3172°N, 126.2811°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1929 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 82 km |
| 2023 | E. MINDANAO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 30 km |
| 2025 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 10 | 123 km |
| 1921 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | - | - | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 107 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 25.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 17.8 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 18.6 in |
Bigaan has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 153.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (25.4") and August the driest (7.3").
Schools in Bigaan
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Juana National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bingcongan Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Bingcongan Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Jobar Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jobar Integrated Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Paman-onan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Rita Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Puerto Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Almaria Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Miguel Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bigaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sanyata Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maligaya Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rio Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Maria Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Doña Carmen National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Vicente Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rocky Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dante Luib Osano Maputi National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Maputi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarusan Integrated Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Juana Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Urabangon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Vicente National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bigaan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tagasaka National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tagasaka Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mantaban Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tarusan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Doña Carmen Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bigaan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Doll House |
Farmers Markets in Bigaan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barobo Public Market | |||||
| Bislig Public Market | |||||
| Hinatuan Public Market | |||||
| Mangagoy Public Market | |||||
| Mangagoy Wet & Dry Public Market | |||||
| San Fernando Public Market | |||||
| Tagbina Market |
Clinics in Bigaan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bigaan
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bislig Airport | BPH | Medium Airport |
| Consuelo Airstrip 1 | - | Small Airport |
| Kasapa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Sambog Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sampao Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sumifru Tagbina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| UDEV Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Union Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bigaan
What is the population of Bigaan?
Bigaan has a population of 2,744 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 115.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bigaan?
Bigaan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 153.4 inches.