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Bugasan, Philippines

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines

Bugasan is a small city in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 7,754. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,754 Population 4/sq mi density
400 ft Elevation 122 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
112.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bugasan

Bugasan

Matanog, officially the Municipality of Matanog, is a municipality in the province of Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 36,034 people.

People

Population7,754
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain112.5 in/yr
Sunny Days135/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Population7,754
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates7.4408°, 124.2592°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceAutonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation112.5 inches (2,858 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bugasan

Bugasan is a small city in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 7,754. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bugasan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 112.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days135 days/yr

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area2,102.7 sq mi (5,445.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates7.4408°N, 124.2592°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 112.5"
196% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.90"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.25"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

486 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 61 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M7.6 136 km
Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 133 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 124 km
May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 97 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 125 km
Oct 29, 1992 3 km NNW of Gadung, Philippines M6.2 73 km
Feb 7, 2021 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines M6.0 119 km
May 31, 2010 11 km SW of Rimpeso, Philippines M6.0 61 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 97 km
May 26, 2003 15 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 82 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 132 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 84 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 66 km
Sep 3, 2012 19 km WNW of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 102 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 56 km
Jul 23, 2010 66 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 135 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 79 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 55 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rai Category 5 296 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 117 km
1993 Nell Category 1 291 km
1986 Marge Category 1 278 km
1984 Ike Category 4 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1976 MORO GULF Earthquake 9.0 m 8,000 129 km
1928 CELEBES SEA Earthquake - 97 82 km
1923 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake - - 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 122 km
Matutum Stratovolcano 2,286 m (7,500 ft) 1290 149 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (26°C) 4.4 in
March 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in
April 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 12.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 13.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 13.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 12.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 12.5 in
November 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in

Bugasan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 112.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (4.3").

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Schools in Bugasan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bualan Elementary School - - - -
Pinantao Elementary School - - - -
Datu Mantani Taug Memorial Elementary School - - - -
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Libraries in Bugasan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BARMM Regional Library0.0
St. Eugene De Mazenod Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bugasan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
City Central Arcade
Landasan Wet Market
Padian
Pansacala Food Terminal
Pansacala Food Terminal
Parang Public Market
Pigcawayan Public Market
Public Market

Airports Near Bugasan

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Mindanao Airport-Medium Airport
Cotabato (Awang) AirportCBOMedium Airport
Labo AirportOZCMedium Airport
Balabagan Airport-Small Airport
Datu Paglas Airstrip-Small Airport
Digal Airport-Small Airport
Lambayong Airport-Small Airport
Malabang AirportMLPSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip-Small Airport
Talayan Airport-Small Airport
Wao Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
328 m (1,076 ft)
Area
146.5 km² (56.5 mi²)
Postal Code
9613
Website
matanog.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Bugasan

What is the population of Bugasan?

Bugasan has a population of 7,754 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,102.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bugasan?

Bugasan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.5 inches.

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