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Jiabong, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

Jiabong is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,076. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4,076 Population 156/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
119.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Jiabong

Jiabong

Jiabong, officially the Municipality of Jiabong, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 19,482 people.

People

Population4,076
Density156/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain119.3 in/yr
Sunny Days131/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population4,076
Population Density156 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.7625°, 124.9519°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation119.3 inches (3,031 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jiabong

Jiabong is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 4,076. 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 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Jiabong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 131 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 119.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Philippines avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days131 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area26.1 sq mi (67.7 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates11.7625°N, 124.9519°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 119.3"
214% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 15.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 6.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,430 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 76 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 97 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 103 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 81 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 85 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 69 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 110 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 79 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 27 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 115 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 58 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 105 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 102 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 133 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 117 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 113 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 116 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 83 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 132 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

60 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 241 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 95 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 175 km
2021 Rai Category 5 197 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 280 km
2020 Goni Category 5 216 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 49 km
2020 Molave Category 1 183 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 129 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 41 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 194 km
2016 Sarika Category 1 248 km
2015 Melor Category 4 97 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 94 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 16 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 117 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 86 km
2010 Conson Category 1 282 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 25 km
2006 Durian Category 4 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 170 117 km
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 142 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 76 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 105 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 110 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake 138 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 53 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 98 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 148 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 167 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 12.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 9.1 in
March 76°F (24°C) 6.6 in
April 78°F (25°C) 6.2 in Driest
May 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.5 in
November 77°F (25°C) 15.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 16.0 in Wettest

Jiabong has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 119.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (16.0") and April the driest (6.2").

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Schools in Jiabong

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jia-an Elementary School
Macabetas Elementary School
Jiabong Central School
Jiabong National High School
Malobago Elementary School
Salvacion Primary School
Catalina Elementary School
Bawang Primary School
Parina Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Jiabong

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KJM 94.3 FM AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Jiabong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
De Leon - Bolastig Mausuleum

Libraries in Jiabong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Samar Provincial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jiabong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Calbiga Market
Catbalogan Pier 1 Fish Market
Mercedes Public Market
Pagsanghan Public Market
Paranas Marketplace
Public market
San Jorge Public Market
Talalora Public Market
Tizon Wet Market
Zummaraga Fish Landing

Restaurants in Jiabong

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reystor Asian Cuisine

Airports Near Jiabong

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Daniel Z. Romualdez AirportTACMedium Airport
Ormoc AirportOMCMedium Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jiabong

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jiabong Christian Fellowship (Assemblies of God)

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
56 m (184 ft)
Area
67.7 km² (26.1 mi²)
Postal Code
6701

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jiabong

What is the population of Jiabong?

Jiabong has a population of 4,076 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 156 people per square mile, spread across 26.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jiabong?

Jiabong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 131 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 119.3 inches.

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