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Bulan, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Bulan is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 28,529. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bulan
Bulan, officially the Municipality of Bulan, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 106,919 people, making it the most populated town in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,529 |
| Population Density | 375 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6714°, 123.8750° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.2 inches (2,952 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bulan
Bulan is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 28,529. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bulan
Bulan has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Feb (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2883 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 140 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 76.1 sq mi (197.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 375/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6714°N, 123.8750°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 142 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 60 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 22 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 122 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 17.1 in | Wettest |
Bulan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 116.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.1") and April the driest (5.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bulan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorsogon State University - Bulan Campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Bulan
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonifacio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| BLISS Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Antipolo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Obrero Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| J.P. Laurel Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| J.P. Laurel High School | - | - | - | - |
| Namo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Somagongsong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Remedios Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Vicente Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Beguin High School | - | - | - | - |
| Beguin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Calomagon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nasuje Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Inararan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulan North Central School – A | - | - | - | - |
| Lahong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulan South Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulan North Central School – B | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bulan
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 |
Farmers Markets in Bulan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan Public Market | |||||
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Gubat Public Market | |||||
| Matnog Wet Market | |||||
| Monreal Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Santa Magdalena Public Market |
Hotels in Bulan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bulan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bulan
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bulan
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bulan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Parish | |
| St. John Paul II Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulan
What is the population of Bulan?
Bulan has a population of 28,529 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 375 people per square mile, spread across 76.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bulan?
Bulan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.2 inches.