Bulo, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Bulo is a large city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 104,011. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Bulo
Masbate City, officially the City of Masbate, is a 1st class component city and capital of the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 104,011 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 104,011 |
| Population Density | 334 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4109°, 123.5672° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.7 inches (2,203 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bulo
Bulo is a large city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 104,011. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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 86.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bulo
Bulo 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 | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 311.1 sq mi (805.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 334/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4109°N, 123.5672°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 138 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 66 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 140 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 144 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
Bulo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (2.7").
Schools in Bulo
17 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cancahorao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ubongan Diot Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cawayan Exterior Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Amador-Bello High School | - | - | - | - |
| Magdalena Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magdalena National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Electo T. Verano Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| B. Titong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gangao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Julian V. Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bolo National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mapiña Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canjonday Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Timoteo T. Buncaras Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nicolas Danao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantigue High School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Bulo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate Provincial Library and Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bulo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baleno Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Milagros Public Market | |||||
| Mobo Public Market | |||||
| Monreal Market | |||||
| Poblacion Public Market |
Airports Near Bulo
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large 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 |
Treatment Centers in Bulo
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balay Silangan Reformation Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bulo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng Cawayan |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulo
What is the population of Bulo?
Bulo has a population of 104,011 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 334 people per square mile, spread across 311.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bulo?
Bulo 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. Annual rainfall totals 86.7 inches.
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