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Western Visayas · Philippines
Bocana is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,464. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Bocana
Bocana is a genus of moths of the family Erebidae. The genus was erected by Francis Walker in 1859.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,464 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0116°, 122.7217° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.2 inches (2,443 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bocana
Bocana is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 4,464. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.9°F |
| 52% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 400.8 sq mi (1,037.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0116°N, 122.7217°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 53 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 63 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 14.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 13.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 12.5 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in |
Bocana has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 80°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Bocana
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bocana National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bocana Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quezon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bocana
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR Radio Tayasan | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bocana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSU Museum |
Libraries in Bocana
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCO Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Himamaylan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| HNHS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bocana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguisan Public Market | |||||
| Binalbagan Public Market | |||||
| Camingawan Public Market | |||||
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Kabankalan Public Market | |||||
| New Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Old Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Payao Public Market |
Restaurants in Bocana
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bocana
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bocana
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium 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
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bocana
What is the population of Bocana?
Bocana has a population of 4,464 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 400.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bocana?
Bocana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.