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Buug is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 8,558. Elevation: 636 ft (194 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Buug
Buug, officially the Municipality of Buug, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 38,730 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,558 |
| Population Density | 165 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.7294°, 123.0598° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.3 inches (2,675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buug
Buug is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 8,558. The city sits at an elevation of 636 feet (194 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 150 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 51.8 sq mi (134.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.7294°N, 123.0598°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (170 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in |
Buug has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in February to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.6") and February the driest (2.8").
Schools in Buug
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mapao Central Pilot School | — | — | — | — |
| Buug Pilot Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buug Central SPED Center | — | — | — | — |
| Internacional Colegio de Tecnologia | — | — | — | — |
| Talairan Integrated School | — | — | — | — |
| Boyugan West Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Basalem National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Basalem Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pling Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guintoluan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Labrador Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulaan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lantawan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| BLISS Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guminta Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Compostela Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pamintayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pulog Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Manlin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gusom Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Paul School of Buug | — | — | — | — |
| Buug National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Western Mindanao Institute - Buug | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Buug
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWR Zamboanga Peninsula | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Buug
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayog Public Market | |||||
| Imelda Public Market | |||||
| Kumalarang Public Market | |||||
| Lakewood Public Market | |||||
| Margosatubig Public Market | |||||
| Public Market - Dry Goods Section | |||||
| San Miguel Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Restaurants in Buug
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Buug
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buug
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Buug
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Buug
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Ipil Airport | IPE | Small Airport |
| Liloy Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malangas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Buug
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lokal ng Buug | |
| Parish of Perpetual Help |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Buug
What is the population of Buug?
Buug has a population of 8,558 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 51.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buug?
Buug 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 79°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.