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Gabas, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Gabas is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,255. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gabas
Baybay, officially the City of Baybay, is a component city in the province of Leyte, Philippines. In the 2024 census, it has a population of 114,708 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,255 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.7297°, 124.7961° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 109.4 inches (2,779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gabas
Gabas is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,255. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 140 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 177.3 sq mi (459.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.7297°N, 124.7961°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 27 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 68 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 93 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 170 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 12.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 8.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 14.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 12.9 in |
Gabas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.0") and April the driest (5.8").
Schools in Gabas
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VSU Integrated High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bunga National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bunga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Agustin Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marcos Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pangasugan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guadalupe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gabas Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
| Patag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gabas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Gabas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCIC Elementary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Javier's library building | 0.0 | |||||
| VSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gabas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuyog Marketplace | |||||
| Abuyog Public MArket | |||||
| Baybay City Public Market | |||||
| Burauen Commercial Complex | |||||
| Burauen Public Market | |||||
| by Stalls | |||||
| Cheremie's Dressed Chicken | |||||
| Community Talipapa | |||||
| Dulag Public Market | |||||
| Dulag Wet Market | |||||
| Glen/Jasmin's Fish Stall | |||||
| Inopacan Public Market | |||||
| La Paz Shopping Square | |||||
| LG's Meat Shop | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Mini Talipapa | |||||
| Public market | |||||
| Tarok Fish Port | |||||
| VISCA MARKET |
Hotels in Gabas
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gabas
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gabas
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gabas
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gabas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gabas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gabas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Philippine Postal Corp. |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gabas
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel of Saint Agustin of Hippo | |
| Holy Spirit Church | |
| Lokal ng Bunga, Iglesia ni Cristo |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gabas
What is the population of Gabas?
Gabas has a population of 2,255 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 177.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gabas?
Gabas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.4 inches.