Butag, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Butag is a large city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 106,919. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°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 Butag
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 | 106,919 |
| Population Density | 1,406 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6292°, 123.9335° |
| 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 | 110.1 inches (2,797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Butag
Butag is a large city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 106,919. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 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 110.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Butag
Butag 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 | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 76.1 sq mi (197.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,406/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6292°N, 123.9335°E |
| 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 | 150 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 54 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 21 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 129 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 14.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 15.8 in | Wettest |
Butag has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 110.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (15.8") and April the driest (4.6").
Schools in Butag
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consul Louella G. Alcoba National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Taromata I Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Butag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Butag National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Taromata II Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bunga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| N. Roque Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Ramon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gate National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gate Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Butag
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bespren Radio | pop | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Libraries in Butag
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulusan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Butag
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan Public Market | |||||
| Bulusan Public Market | |||||
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Matnog Wet Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Santa Magdalena Public Market |
Airports Near Butag
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | 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 Butag
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Bonaventure Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Butag
What is the population of Butag?
Butag has a population of 106,919 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,406 people per square mile, spread across 76.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Butag?
Butag 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. Annual rainfall totals 110.1 inches.
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