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Bontoc, Philippines
Cordillera · Philippines
Bontoc is a small city in Cordillera, Philippines with a population of 23,466. Elevation: 2,835 ft (864 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bontoc
Bontoc, officially the Municipality of Bontoc, is a municipality and capital of the province of Mountain Province, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 23,466 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,466 |
| Population Density | 153 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,835 ft (864 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0873°, 120.9769° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cordillera |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.7 inches (2,938 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bontoc
Bontoc is a small city in Philippines (Cordillera) with a population of 23,466. The city sits at an elevation of 2,835 feet (864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bontoc
Bontoc has an average annual temperature of 23.2°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3199 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,835 ft (864 m) |
| Area | 152.9 sq mi (396.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 153/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0873°N, 120.9769°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.2 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 270 | 146 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 51 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 12.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 14.8 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 20.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 15.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 10.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in |
Bontoc has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (20.2") and February the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Bontoc
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Province State Polytechnic College - Tadian Campus | University | - | , |
| MPSPC - Bontoc Campus | College | - | , |
| Victor S. Dominguez Research, Extension, & Production Complex | College | - | , |
Schools in Bontoc
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guina-ang National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Talubin National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Can-eo Chapyusen Multi-grade School | - | - | - | - |
| Bontoc III Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mountain Province General Comprehensive High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ut-utan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Samoki Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Can-eo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tocucan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Vincent's High School | - | - | - | - |
| Guina-ang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bayyo Elementary school | - | - | - | - |
| Bontoc Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Mountain Province Special Education Center | - | - | - | - |
| Maligcong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talubin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Vincent's Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bontoc
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bontoc
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banaue Museum | ||||
| Bontoc Museum | ||||
| Coldileran Culture Museum | ||||
| Ganduyan Museum | ||||
| Hiwang Museum | ||||
| Ifugao Ethnic Village | ||||
| Masferré Photographs |
Libraries in Bontoc
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Provincial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bontoc
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervantes Public Market | |||||
| Mankayan Public Market | |||||
| Mayoyao Public Market | |||||
| Old Banaue Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sagada Public Market | |||||
| Tadian Public Market |
Hotels in Bontoc
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bontoc
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bontoc
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bontoc
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bontoc
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bontoc
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bontoc
12 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bontoc
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bontoc
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bontoc
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Loakan Airport | BAG | Medium Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | SFE | Medium Airport |
| Bagabag Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cordon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bontoc
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PHLPOST |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bontoc
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Highland Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| St. Paul's Chapel | |
| Sta. Rita de Cascia Cathedral | |
| UCCP |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bontoc
What is the population of Bontoc?
Bontoc has a population of 23,466 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 153 people per square mile, spread across 152.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bontoc?
Bontoc enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.7 inches.