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Biton, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Biton is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,273. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,273 Population 120/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
95.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Biton

Biton is a Maghrebi Jewish surname which is common in Israel. It may refer to:Avraham Biton (1923–2005), Israeli politician
Charlie Biton (1947–2024), former Israeli politician
Dan Biton, general in the Israel Defense Forces
Dan Biton (footballer), Israeli footballer
Dudu Biton (1988), Israeli footballer
Erez Biton, Israeli poet born in Oran
Haim Biton, Israeli politician
Michael Biton, Israeli politician
Moshe Biton, Israeli footballer
Nir Biton, Israeli footballer
Ori Biton, Israeli footballer
Yifat Shasha-Biton, Israeli educator and politician
Yifat Bitton, Israeli law professor

People

Population4,273
Density120/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain95.9 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population4,273
Population Density120 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates11.2328°, 123.9993°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation95.9 inches (2,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Biton

Biton is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 4,273. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 95.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Biton 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 322 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 95.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.3 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates11.2328°N, 123.9993°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 95.9"
152% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.29"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

401 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 28, 2025.

Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 70 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 143 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 104 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 121 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 115 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 105 km
May 17, 1993 5 km SW of Pastrana, Philippines M5.7 94 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 129 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 75 km
May 8, 2000 11 km NNE of Talisayan, Philippines M5.6 83 km
May 8, 2000 10 km S of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 87 km
Mar 17, 2004 8 km WNW of Canhandugan, Philippines M5.5 78 km
Feb 11, 1998 6 km S of Sogod, Philippines M5.5 148 km
May 2, 2003 14 km NE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 85 km
Mar 1, 2020 6 km NNW of Guindapunan, Philippines M5.4 76 km
Jan 29, 2009 0 km SE of Julita, Philippines M5.4 109 km
Aug 15, 1999 23 km ESE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 70 km
May 23, 2003 10 km NNE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 82 km
Mar 27, 2004 3 km SSW of Butazon, Philippines M5.4 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 43 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 280 km
2021 Rai Category 4 128 km
2020 Goni Category 5 256 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 131 km
2020 Molave Category 1 241 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 197 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 42 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 252 km
2015 Melor Category 4 163 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 210 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 211 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 96 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 33 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 260 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 56 km
2006 Durian Category 4 241 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 197 km
2006 Utor Category 3 46 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 145 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 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 170 127 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 67 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 99 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 104 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 105 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 132 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 170 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 83°F (29°C) 2.6 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
August 84°F (29°C) 7.0 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in Wettest
November 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in

Biton has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Biton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malingin Elementary School - - - -
Bitoon Elementary School - - - -
Somimbang Elementary School - - - -
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Museums in Biton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
City of Bogo Museum

Libraries in Biton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City of Bogo Museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Biton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Atop-atop Satellite Market
Bogo Public Market
Daanbantayan Public Market
Kawit Public Market
Medellin Public Market
San Remigio Public Market
Tambongon Public Market

Gas Stations in Biton

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

DAR

Airports Near Biton

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Bantayan Airport-Small Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Camotes Airstrip-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
Refugio Airstrip-Small Airport
Sicogon AirstripICOSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Biton

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Purisima Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
11 m (36 ft)
Area
92.3 km² (35.6 mi²)
Founded
1886
Postal Code
6013

🇵🇭 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 Biton

What is the population of Biton?

Biton has a population of 4,273 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Biton?

Biton 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 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.9 inches.

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