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Burias, Philippines
Soccsksargen · Philippines
Burias is a small town in Soccsksargen, Philippines with a population of 4,066. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 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 | 4,066 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7178°, 125.2536° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Soccsksargen |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.4 inches (1,305 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Burias
Burias is a small town in Philippines (Soccsksargen) with a population of 4,066. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 4,104.8 sq mi (10,631.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7178°N, 125.2536°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | MORO GULF | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 8,000 | 144 km |
| 1918 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 7.2 m | 52 | 141 km |
| 2002 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 15 | 117 km |
| 1917 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 7 | 42 km |
| 2017 | SOCCSKSARGEN, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 32 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Balut (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Balut | Stratovolcano | 862 m (2,828 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 75 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.2 in |
Burias has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and March the driest (3.3").
Schools in Burias
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mingkat Gampal Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Burias
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glan Public Market |
Airports Near Burias
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Santos International Airport | GES | Large Airport |
| Allah Valley Airport | AAV | Medium Airport |
| Rajah Buayan Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Kling Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lamitan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lapanday Foods Tampakan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Philippines Paramotor Training Field | — | Small Airport |
| T'Boli Airport | — | 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 4,066 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 4,104.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Burias?
Burias has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches.