Burias, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Burias is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 41,768. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 Burias
Burias Island is one of the three major islands of Masbate province in the Philippines. It is separated from the Bicol Peninsula by the Burias Pass. The other two major islands are Ticao Island and Masbate Island. The island has two municipalities, Claveria and San Pascual.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,768 |
| Population Density | 998 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4463°, 122.5497° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.8 inches (3,476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burias
Burias is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 41,768. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 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 136.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Burias
Burias has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2872 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 998/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4463°N, 122.5497°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (106 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 9.2 in |
Burias has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.0") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Burias
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mambusao National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Burias Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Benlit Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Libo-o Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Angelo Llorente Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caidquid Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tongatong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Diosdado Bayot Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agkawayan Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Burias
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boracay Beach Radio | internet radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM Roxas | - | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love Radio Kalibo | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Burias
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roxas City Museum |
Libraries in Burias
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maayon National High School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Burias
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balete Town Market | |||||
| Banica Dried Fish Section | |||||
| Bingawan Public Market | |||||
| Cuartero Public Market | |||||
| Dacuton Public Market | |||||
| Dumarao Public Market | |||||
| Ivisan Public Market | |||||
| Jamindan Public Market | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Panit-an Public Market | |||||
| Puregold | |||||
| Roxas New Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sigma Market | |||||
| Superstar Bazaar | |||||
| Tapaz Public Market | |||||
| Teodoro Arcenas Trade Centre |
Stadiums & Teams in Burias
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Burias
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Evelio Javier Airport | EUQ | Medium Airport |
| Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | MPH | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Burias
What is the population of Burias?
Burias has a population of 41,768 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 998 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burias?
Burias 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. Annual rainfall totals 136.8 inches.
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