Sign In Register

Buhatan, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Buhatan is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,556. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,556 Population 8/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
128.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

Discover Buhatan, Philippines

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Buhatan

Buhatan

Sorsogon City, officially the City of Sorsogon, is a component city and capital of the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 187,670 people.

People

Population2,556
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain128.2 in/yr
Sunny Days133/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,556
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates12.9755°, 124.0478°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation128.2 inches (3,255 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Buhatan

Buhatan is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,556. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Buhatan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 128.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days133 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area310.4 sq mi (803.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates12.9755°N, 124.0478°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 128.2"
237% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 19.53"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

575 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 141 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 127 km
Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 103 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 90 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 40 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 134 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 111 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 77 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 83 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 94 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 103 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 108 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 131 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 91 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 103 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 104 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 80 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 89 km
Apr 10, 2017 54 km NE of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 140 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 212 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 119 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 293 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 283 km
2022 Noru Category 5 230 km
2021 Surigae Category 4 279 km
2021 Conson Category 1 261 km
2020 Goni Category 5 75 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 180 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 53 km
2020 Molave Category 1 48 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 6 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 153 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 59 km
2016 Sarika Category 3 155 km
2015 Melor Category 4 31 km
2015 Noul Category 4 248 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 225 km
2015 Maysak Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1973 QUEZON Earthquake 1.3 m 15 143 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m - 90 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake - - 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 13 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 23 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 105 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 15.6 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 9.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 6.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 14.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 17.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 19.5 in Wettest

Buhatan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 128.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.5") and April the driest (5.9").

View full weather details →

Schools in Buhatan

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
San Vicente Elementary School - - - -
San Ramon Elementary School - - - -
Buhatan National High School - - - -
Buhatan Integrated National School - - - -
Cabid-an Elementary School - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Buhatan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bespren Radio pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Love Radio Legazpi - MP3 96 kbps
OK-FM Sorsogon - MP3 73 kbps

Museums in Buhatan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sorsogon Museum

Libraries in Buhatan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bulusan Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Buhatan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bulusan Public Market
Casiguran Public Market
Gubat Public Market
Poblacion Castilla Local Market
Prieto Diaz Public Market
Public Market
Sorsogon Public Market

Gas Stations in Buhatan

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Airports Near Buhatan

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Amoroy Airport-Small Airport
Bacon Community Airport-Small Airport
Bulan Airport-Small Airport
San Antonio Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
86 m (282 ft)
Area
276.1 km² (106.6 mi²)
Founded
1895
Postal Code
4700
Website
sorsogoncity.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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Buhatan.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Buhatan

What is the population of Buhatan?

Buhatan has a population of 2,556 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 310.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Buhatan?

Buhatan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 128.2 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Buhatan with another city: