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Bucay, Philippines

Cordillera · Philippines

Bucay is a small town in Cordillera, Philippines with a population of 0. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

315 ft Elevation 96 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
101.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bucay

Bucay

Bucay, officially the Municipality of Bucay, is a municipality in the province of Abra, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 17,775 people.

People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain101.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Coordinates17.5404°, 120.7188°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCordillera
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation101.9 inches (2,589 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bucay

Bucay is a small town in Philippines (Cordillera) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bucay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 101.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area39.4 sq mi (102.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates17.5404°N, 120.7188°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.9"
168% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 26.30"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

637 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 11, 2025.

Jul 27, 2022 11 km NE of Bantay, Philippines M7.0 11 km
Jul 17, 1990 14 km NNW of Salinas, Philippines M6.5 120 km
Mar 19, 1992 7 km NNW of Besao, Philippines M6.3 44 km
Jul 17, 1990 10 km ESE of Ambuclao, Philippines M6.1 124 km
Nov 20, 1996 3 km ENE of Taloy, Philippines M5.9 134 km
Mar 22, 2010 9 km SSW of Bangui, Philippines M5.9 101 km
Apr 8, 1997 29 km ENE of Piddig, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Jul 20, 1990 8 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.8 131 km
May 6, 1998 19 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.8 133 km
Jun 5, 1995 14 km SE of Bangui, Philippines M5.8 101 km
Mar 13, 2001 18 km NNE of Namuac, Philippines M5.7 147 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km NNE of Caronoan West, Philippines M5.7 142 km
Sep 14, 2003 8 km NW of Claveria, Philippines M5.7 130 km
Jan 13, 2008 4 km SSE of Bontoc, Philippines M5.7 62 km
Jun 19, 2000 4 km WNW of Santa Maria, Philippines M5.7 72 km
Jun 14, 2000 24 km W of Tamorong, Philippines M5.7 61 km
Jul 21, 1990 11 km WNW of Salinas, Philippines M5.7 129 km
Jul 18, 2000 15 km ESE of Espiritu, Philippines M5.7 41 km
Mar 2, 2019 30 km NW of Davila, Philippines M5.6 130 km
Jul 16, 1990 2 km N of Halog West, Philippines M5.6 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 5 200 km
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 124 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 206 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 63 km
2024 Yinxing Category 4 112 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 91 km
2024 Usagi Category 4 142 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 286 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 73 km
2023 Saola Category 5 239 km
2023 Doksuri Category 4 167 km
2022 Noru Category 4 243 km
2022 Ma-on Category 1 157 km
2022 Nesat Category 1 241 km
2021 Chanthu Category 5 256 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 261 km
2019 Kalmaegi Category 2 190 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 5 62 km
2018 Yutu Category 3 95 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1988 NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 123 km
2022 N. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 11 11 km
1983 LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 16 78 km
1915 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (47 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ambalatungan Group Compound 2,329 m (7,641 ft) Unknown 47 km
Cagua Stratovolcano 1,133 m (3,717 ft) 1860 167 km
Camiguin de Babuyanes Stratovolcano 712 m (2,336 ft) 1857 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
March 80°F (26°C) 1.0 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 10.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 16.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 24.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 26.3 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 15.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Bucay has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.3") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Bucay

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Abas Elementary School
Quimloong Primary School
Layugan Integrated School
Santa Rosa Elementary School
Bugbog Elementary School
Bucay North Elementary School
Bucay Central School
Cristina B. Gonzales Memorial High School
Naguilian Elementary School
Abas National High School
Abang Elementary School
Lublubnac Primary School
Tabiog Elementary School
Pagala East Primary School
Bangcagan Primary School
Pagala West Elementary School
Bangbangcag Primary School
Pangtod National High School
Siwasiw Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Bucay

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Love Radio Laoag MP3 64 kbps
Love Radio Tuguegarao MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Bangued AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in Bucay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abra Provincial Library0.0
Burgos Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bucay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bangued Central Market
Narvacan Farmers Market
Narvacan Public Market
Public Market

Restaurants in Bucay

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calaba Fiesta

Airports Near Bucay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laoag International AirportLAOLarge Airport
Dibagat AirstripSmall Airport
Lepanto Mines AirstripSmall Airport
Vigan AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
172 m (564 ft)
Area
102.2 km² (39.4 mi²)
Postal Code
2805

🇵🇭 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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What is the weather like in Bucay?

Bucay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.

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