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Bislig, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Bislig is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,704. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2,704 Population 89/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
115.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bislig

Bislig

Bislig, officially the City of Bislig, is a component city in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 99,872 people.

People

Population2,704
Density89/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain115.5 in/yr
Sunny Days138/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population2,704
Population Density89 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates11.0725°, 125.0336°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation115.5 inches (2,934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bislig

Bislig is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,704. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Bislig

Bislig has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2785 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.7°C / 80°F 24.1° / 29.3° 346.6
Feb 27°C / 81°F 23.9° / 30.2° 259.6
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.1° 234.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 25.1° / 31.6° 115.3
May 29°C / 84°F 25.9° / 32° 139.6
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.6° / 31.9° 213.1
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 25.3° / 31.6° 185.0
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.1° 167.6
Sep 28.6°C / 83°F 25.4° / 31.8° 175.0
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25° / 31.5° 227.8
Nov 28°C / 82°F 24.9° / 31° 285.9
Dec 27.3°C / 81°F 24.5° / 30.1° 435.4
Bislig has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 115.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days138 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area30.3 sq mi (78.4 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates11.0725°N, 125.0336°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 115.5"
204% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 15.55"
Driest Month (Aug) 6.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,439 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 125 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 125 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 111 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 145 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 137 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 45 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 78 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 91 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 110 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 121 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 137 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 135 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 141 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 123 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 131 km
Aug 26, 1999 39 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M5.9 132 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 139 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 78 km
Mar 16, 2012 9 km NNE of Dinagat, Philippines M5.8 133 km
Aug 8, 1996 22 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M5.8 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 35 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 234 km
2021 Rai Category 5 120 km
2020 Goni Category 5 292 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 126 km
2020 Molave Category 1 260 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 204 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 39 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 270 km
2015 Melor Category 4 171 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 124 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 92 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 192 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 27 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 283 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 62 km
2006 Durian Category 4 259 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 167 km
2006 Utor Category 1 44 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 135 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 40 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 125 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 145 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 27 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 74 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 90 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
March 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.6 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.2 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 10.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.6 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 15.3 in

Bislig has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and August the driest (6.2").

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Schools in Bislig

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Burak Elementary School
Dona Brigida Elementary School
Tanghas Elementary School
Opong Elementary School
Telegrafo Elementary School
Burak Elementary School
Limbuhan Elementary School
Cantariwis Elementary School
Canmogsay Elementary School
Bislig Elementary School
Olot Elementary School
Daniel Z. Romualdez Memorial Elementary School
Malbog Elementary School
Capangihan Elementary School
Daniel Z. Romualdez State Comprehensive School of Fisheries
Tolosa National High School
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Radio Stations near Bislig

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Bislig

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Natural Museum and Herbarium
Price Mansion
Santo Niño Shrine

Libraries in Bislig

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alangalan Municipal Library0.0
LNU Gradschool Library0.0
LNU Gradschool Library0.0
LNU Undergrad Library0.0
LNU Undergrad Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Old Palo Public Library0.0
Old Palo Public Library0.0
Palo Children's Library0.0
PCS School Library0.0
UPTC Library Building0.0

Farmers Markets in Bislig

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alangalang Public Market
Antonina
Basey Public Market
Burauen Commercial Complex
Burauen Public Market
by Stalls
Dagami Public Market
Dried Fish Section
Dulag Public Market
Dulag Wet Market
Fish Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Fruits & Vegetable Section
Jaro Public Market
La Paz Shopping Square
Meat & Poultry Section
Mini Market
Palo Public Market
Pastrana Public Market
Pastrana Public Market
Public market
Root Crops Section
San Jose Public Market
Tacloban Super Market
Tanauan New Public Market
Tanauan New Wet Public Market
Temporary Market
Tindahan ni CF
Tolosa Public Market
V&G Flea Market (Talipapa)
Wet Market

Hotels in Bislig

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ace Arena Farm and resort
Kuyas house
Oceanview Hotel

Restaurants in Bislig

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haiyan

Cafes in Bislig

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Dayn

Clinics in Bislig

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tolosa Rural Health Unit

Gas Stations in Bislig

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fil-Oil
Petron
PH #4732338209

Golf Courses in Bislig

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Olot Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Bislig

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bislig

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Camotes AirstripSmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
Guiuan AirportSmall Airport
Hilongos AirportSmall Airport
Isabel PASAR AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bislig

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Accu-right Medical and Diagnostic Center
Acebedo Optical & Eyecare Clinic
CQ and D medical clinic
Dermatology Skin Health Clinic
EC Maternity Clinic & Laboratory
Health Center
Life Extension
MGM Clinic
Rayleen's Polyclinic and Diagnostic Center
RH Medical Clinic
St. Camillus Multispecialty Clinic
The Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Medical Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bislig

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Pilgrim Place
Saint Michael Archangel
St. Rita Chapel
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
21 m (69 ft)
Area
22.5 km² (8.7 mi²)
Postal Code
6503

🇵🇭 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 Bislig

What is the population of Bislig?

Bislig has a population of 2,704 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bislig?

Bislig has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.

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