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Buga, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Buga is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,975. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Buga
Igbaras, officially the Municipality of Igbaras, is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 32,442 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,975 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.7167°, 122.2667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.0 inches (2,641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buga
Buga is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 5,975. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Buga
Buga has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Nov (24°C), the coldest is Jan (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2092 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 171 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 6,344.1 sq mi (16,431.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.7167°N, 122.2667°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 | 130 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 4 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (101 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 101 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 17.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 17.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in |
Buga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 104.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.5") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Buga
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Igtalongon National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Igcabugao Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Balibagan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cale-Indaluyon Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Barasan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jovellar Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Catiringan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buga Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tigbanaba Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Igtalongon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Buga
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombo Radyo Iloilo | news | AAC | |
| 105.9 Wild FM | hot ac, opm | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| Love Radio Iloilo | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Buga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FishWorld | ||||
| UPV Museum of Natural Sciences |
Libraries in Buga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SEAFDEC/AQD Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tomas Confesor Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alimodian Public Market | |||||
| Arevalo Public Market | |||||
| Cabatauan Public Market | |||||
| Cabatuan Public Market | |||||
| Guimbal Public Market | |||||
| Igbaras Public Market | |||||
| Janiuay Public Market | |||||
| Maasin Public Market | |||||
| Miagao Public Market | |||||
| Mohon Small Market | |||||
| Nahabay Public Market | |||||
| Oton Public Market | |||||
| Pis-anan Satelite Public Market | |||||
| San Joaquin Public Market | |||||
| San Miguel Public Market | |||||
| San Remigio Public Market | |||||
| Sibalom Public Market | |||||
| Tigbauan Public Market | |||||
| Tubungan Bagsakan Center | |||||
| Tubungan Indigenous People Business Association Trading Kiosk | |||||
| Tubungan Indigenous People Business Association Trading Kiosk | |||||
| Tubungan Livestock Market |
Gas Stations in Buga
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Buga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Evelio Javier Airport | EUQ | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Divine Mercy |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buga
What is the population of Buga?
Buga has a population of 5,975 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,344.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buga?
Buga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.0 inches.