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Bugho, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Bugho is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,948. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,948 Population 133/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
121.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bugho

Bugho

Javier, officially the Municipality of Javier, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 27,759 people.

People

Population2,948
Density133/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain121.1 in/yr
Sunny Days130/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population2,948
Population Density133 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates10.7921°, 124.9364°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation121.1 inches (3,076 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bugho

Bugho is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,948. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 121.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bugho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 121.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days130 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area22.2 sq mi (57.6 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates10.7921°N, 124.9364°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 121.1"
219% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 15.75"
Driest Month (Apr) 7.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,293 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 29, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 135 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 118 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 143 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 124 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 145 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 113 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 50 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 135 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 123 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 111 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 96 km
Jun 15, 1991 21 km WNW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 127 km
Jul 3, 2015 23 km NW of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.1 125 km
Mar 8, 2019 40 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M6.0 125 km
Aug 26, 1999 39 km N of Santa Monica, Philippines M5.9 126 km
Jul 5, 1994 11 km NE of Hinundayan, Philippines M5.9 58 km
Mar 16, 2012 9 km NNE of Dinagat, Philippines M5.8 113 km
Jul 10, 2017 5 km NW of San Pedro, Philippines M5.8 28 km
Jan 22, 2025 3 km NNW of San Francisco, Philippines M5.7 82 km
Oct 8, 2000 7 km WNW of Talisay, Philippines M5.7 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 42 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 266 km
2021 Rai Category 5 90 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 157 km
2020 Molave Category 1 290 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 236 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 68 km
2015 Melor Category 4 203 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 155 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 224 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 123 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 28 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 250 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 91 km
2006 Durian Category 4 290 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 200 km
2006 Utor Category 1 69 km
2006 Chanchu Category 1 168 km
2005 Roke Category 1 28 km
2004 Nida Category 5 202 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 14 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (11 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 11 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 64 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 92 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 179 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 185 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 14.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 10.9 in
March 78°F (25°C) 8.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in
November 78°F (26°C) 15.8 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 15.0 in

Bugho has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 121.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.8") and April the driest (7.1").

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Schools in Bugho

30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
San Antonio Elementary School - - - -
Oguisan Elementary School - - - -
Guindapunan Primary School - - - -
Naliwatan Primary School - - - -
Manarug Primary School - - - -
Santa Cruz Primary School - - - -
Rizal Elementary School - - - -
Causwagan Elementary School - - - -
Malitbogay Elementary School - - - -
Odiong Elementary School - - - -
Danao Elementary School - - - -
Tinawan Elementary School - - - -
Palale National High School - - - -
Palale Elementary School - - - -
Batug Elementary School - - - -
Laray Primary School - - - -
Piliway Primary School - - - -
Kiling Elementary School - - - -
Binulho Elementary School - - - -
Manlilisid National High School - - - -
Santa Isabel Elementary School - - - -
Lanauan Elementary School - - - -
Inayupan Elementary School - - - -
Pinocawan Elementary School - - - -
Bonifacio Elementary School - - - -
Manlilisid Elementary School - - - -
Talisayan Elementary School - - - -
Javier National High School - - - -
Javier Central School - - - -
Luneta Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bugho

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dream Radio Tacloban - AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Bugho

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FCIC Elementary Library0.0
Javier's library building0.0
VSU Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bugho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abuyog Marketplace
Abuyog Public MArket
Baybay City Public Market
Burauen Commercial Complex
Burauen Public Market
by Stalls
Community Talipapa
Dulag Public Market
Dulag Wet Market
La Paz Shopping Square
Mini Market
Public market
Tarok Fish Port
VISCA MARKET

Hotels in Bugho

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Short Time Hotel

Restaurants in Bugho

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Estrella's Kainan
R&J Kaunan
Topew Litson Manok

Clinics in Bugho

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Binulho Health Center
Laray
PH #970305797
Poblacion Zone I Health Center
Talisayan Health Center

Gas Stations in Bugho

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PH #13427809223

Airports Near Bugho

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran Airport-Small Airport
Camotes Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilongos Airport-Small Airport
Isabel PASAR Airport-Small Airport
Maasin Airport-Small Airport
Ubay Community Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bugho

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
New Life Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
80 m (262 ft)
Area
152.7 km² (58.9 mi²)
Postal Code
6511
Website
javier-leyte.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 Bugho

What is the population of Bugho?

Bugho has a population of 2,948 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 133 people per square mile, spread across 22.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bugho?

Bugho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 121.1 inches.

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