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Bolo, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Bolo is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,548. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,548 Population 7/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
100.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bolo

Bolo

A bolo is a general term for traditional pre-colonial small- to medium-sized single-edged swords or large knives of the Philippines that function both as tools and weapons. Bolos are characterized by a wide curved blade that narrows down to the hilt, and that comes with a pointed or a blunt tip.

People

Population2,548
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain100.7 in/yr
Sunny Days158/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population2,548
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates13.7530°, 122.9658°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation100.7 inches (2,557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bolo

Bolo is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,548. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 100.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days158 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area361.7 sq mi (936.8 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates13.7530°N, 122.9658°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.7"
165% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 13.66"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

229 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 5, 2018 64 km NNW of Pandan, Philippines M6.1 137 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 132 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 77 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 10 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 19 km
Aug 19, 2004 15 km NW of Manamrag, Philippines M5.5 111 km
Jul 30, 2001 6 km NE of Tigbao, Philippines M5.4 136 km
Jun 28, 2004 26 km WSW of Osmeña, Philippines M5.4 124 km
Sep 3, 2024 28 km NE of Casuguran, Philippines M5.3 130 km
Aug 19, 1993 15 km NNE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M5.3 137 km
Jun 3, 2007 2 km E of Catabangan, Philippines M5.3 33 km
Feb 5, 2016 4 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M5.3 69 km
May 1, 2013 89 km NNE of Sabang Indan, Philippines M5.3 135 km
Jul 28, 1995 10 km WSW of Patnanungan, Philippines M5.2 144 km
Apr 23, 1991 7 km WNW of Cagmanaba, Philippines M5.2 80 km
Apr 29, 2010 9 km SW of Dalupaon, Philippines M5.2 30 km
Feb 4, 2016 4 km NW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.2 77 km
Jul 18, 1990 15 km NNE of Cagsiay, Philippines M5.1 140 km
Jan 26, 2014 2 km SW of Balanacan, Philippines M5.1 123 km
Jan 16, 2023 22 km NNE of Sabang Indan, Philippines M5.1 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 130 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 297 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 105 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 149 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 234 km
2023 Saola Category 4 254 km
2022 Noru Category 5 139 km
2021 Conson Category 1 140 km
2020 Goni Category 5 25 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 87 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 58 km
2020 Molave Category 1 56 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 75 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 217 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 40 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 136 km
2015 Melor Category 4 95 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 239 km
2015 Noul Category 4 254 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 29 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1973 QUEZON Earthquake 1.3 m 15 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isarog (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 46 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 133 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 161 km
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 164 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 184 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 11.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 13.5 in

Bolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Bolo

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gaongan Elementary School
Sigamot Elementary School
Awayan Elementary School
Beguito Viejo Elementary School
Sipocot National High School
Tara Elementary School
Mambayawas High School
Bikal Elementary School
Beguito Nuevo Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Bolo

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Idol FM 105.5 Naga news, talk MP3
Love Radio Naga MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin (Visayas) MP3 128 kbps
Radyo Natin Baao AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Iriga AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Sorsogon AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin (Mindanao) MP3 128 kbps
Love Radio Daet MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Bolo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicol Science and Technology Centrum
Bicol Science Centrum
Jesse M. Robredo Museum
Museo de Hayskulano
Museo del Seminario Conciliar de Nueva Caceres
NHCP Museo ni Jesse Robredo
Our Lady of Peñafrancia Museum
Peñafrancia Basilica Museum
Porta Mariae Museum
Universidad de Sta. Isabel de Naga
V Gallery x Museum

Libraries in Bolo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
James O'Brien Library0.0
Raul S. Roco Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bolo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Libmanan Public Market
Mabolo Public Market
Naga City People's Mall
San Fernando Town Market
Sipocot Public Market

Hotels in Bolo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reyneth Parkview Hotel & Resort

Restaurants in Bolo

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggs

Gas Stations in Bolo

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Fuel Save Gas Depot, Co.
KGM
Petron
Shell
Traveller's

Airports Near Bolo

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Daet AirportDTEMedium Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Apuao Grande Island AirstripSmall Airport
Jose Panganiban (Larap) AirstripSmall Airport
Paracale AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bolo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
69 m (226 ft)
Area
243.4 km² (94.0 mi²)
Founded
1801
Postal Code
4408

🇵🇭 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 Bolo

What is the population of Bolo?

Bolo has a population of 2,548 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 361.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bolo?

Bolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.7 inches.

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