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Busay, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Busay is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,503. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Busay
Bago, officially the City of Bago, is a component city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 192,993 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,503 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5378°, 122.8860° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.3 inches (3,689 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Busay
Busay is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 5,503. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 265.6 sq mi (687.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5378°N, 122.8860°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 69 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 30 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in |
Busay has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (2.2").
Schools in Busay
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. L. Araneta Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bago City Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Busay
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombo Radyo Iloilo | news | AAC | |
| Love Radio Bacolod | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 105.9 Wild FM | hot ac, opm | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Star FM Bacolod | - | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Madridejos | cebu, filipino | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Iloilo | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Busay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balay ni Tana Dikang | ||||
| Casa Grande (General Aniceto Lacson Ancestral House) | ||||
| Dizon-Ramos Museum | ||||
| House of Mugs | ||||
| Lizares Mansion | ||||
| Museo de La Salle | ||||
| Pope John Paul II Tower | ||||
| The Negros Museum | ||||
| Vintage Glasses Museum |
Libraries in Busay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacolod City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fray Luis de Leon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Busay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacold City North Public Market | |||||
| Bacolod Public Market | |||||
| Bago City Public Market | |||||
| Buenavista Dry Goods Market | |||||
| Buenavista New Terminal Market | |||||
| Cabano Public Market | |||||
| Cansilayan Public Market | |||||
| Granada Market | |||||
| Guintorilan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| La Carlota Public Market | |||||
| La Castellana Public Market | |||||
| La Granja Public Market | |||||
| Lechonan Country | |||||
| Libertad Public Market | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Sugar Central Public Market | |||||
| Mailum Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Murcia Tinabu-ay Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros First Food Terminal | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Pontevedra Public Market | |||||
| Pontevedra Seafood Market | |||||
| Pulupandan Public Market | |||||
| Sagasa Public Market | |||||
| San Enrique Public Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Sibunag Public Market | |||||
| Sum-ag Public Market | |||||
| Tabao Fish Market | |||||
| Talisay Public Market | |||||
| Tangub Talipapa | |||||
| Valladolid Public Market | |||||
| Villamonte Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Busay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Buenavista Coliseum |
Airports Near Busay
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Busay
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anglo Eye Center | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center Nord Hub | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center, Tindalo Branch | ||
| Medical Plaza | ||
| Negros First Provincial Blood Bank | ||
| Una Konsulta |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Busay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Shrine |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Busay
What is the population of Busay?
Busay has a population of 5,503 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 265.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Busay?
Busay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.3 inches.