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Jovellar, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Jovellar is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 3,936. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3,936 Population 97/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
87.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Jovellar

Jovellar

Jovellar, officially the Municipality of Jovellar, is a municipality in the province of Albay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 17,538 people, making it the least populated town in the province.

People

Population3,936
Density97/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain87.5 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population3,936
Population Density97 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates13.0695°, 123.5999°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation87.5 inches (2,222 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jovellar

Jovellar is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 3,936. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Jovellar

Jovellar has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 3629 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.9° 347.2
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 23.2° / 29.4° 249.7
Mar 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 237.2
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.6° 158.2
May 28.9°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.4° 209.8
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.2° / 32.3° 222.2
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 24.8° / 31.5° 289.5
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.9° / 31.4° 232.1
Sep 28°C / 82°F 24.6° / 31.4° 282.2
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.1° 319.1
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 24.3° / 30.4° 470.3
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 23.9° / 29.3° 611.0
Jovellar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 87.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area40.7 sq mi (105.4 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates13.0695°N, 123.5999°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.5"
130% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 16.54"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.88"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

382 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 127 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 113 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 77 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 89 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 95 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 144 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 128 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 71 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 106 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 70 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 129 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 92 km
May 23, 2003 5 km ENE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.6 141 km
Mar 5, 2012 5 km ENE of Mobo, Philippines M5.6 80 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 84 km
Aug 19, 2004 15 km NW of Manamrag, Philippines M5.5 94 km
May 2, 2003 14 km NE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 133 km
Jun 28, 2004 26 km WSW of Osmeña, Philippines M5.4 72 km
Feb 2, 2015 29 km NE of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.4 146 km
May 23, 2003 10 km NNE of Limbuhan, Philippines M5.4 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 154 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 236 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 132 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 250 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 284 km
2022 Noru Category 5 215 km
2021 Conson Category 1 211 km
2020 Goni Category 5 48 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 159 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 52 km
2020 Molave Category 1 50 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 11 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 154 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 53 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 168 km
2015 Melor Category 4 32 km
2015 Noul Category 4 267 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 272 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 47 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 43 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 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 94 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (39 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 39 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 60 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 70 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 10.0 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 6.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in
November 80°F (26°C) 16.2 in
December 78°F (26°C) 16.5 in Wettest

Jovellar has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 118.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (16.5") and April the driest (4.9").

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Schools in Jovellar

39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cabugao Elementary School
Matanglad Elementary School
Palanas Elementary School
Lilibdon Elementary School
Cabraran Pequeño Elementary School
Pariaan Elementary School
Kinuartilan Elementary School
Pinamanaan Elementary School
Pawala Elementary School
Cabugao National High School
Binanderahan Elementary School
Banuang Gurang Extension High School
Banuang-Gurang Elementary School
Tagbac Elementary School
Lourdes Elementary School
San Francisco Elementary School
Del Rosario Elementary School
Florista Elementary School
Jovellar Central School
Jovellar National High School
Bautista Elementary School
San Vicente Elementary School
White Deer Elementary School – Annex
Cabraran Elementary School
Ibaugan Elementary School
Mamlad High School
Bagacay Elementary School
San Isidro National High School
San Roque Elementary School
Pood Elementary School
Villa Paz Elementary School
Estrella Elementary School
Tinaldukan Elementary School
Balite Elementary School
Medalla Milagrosa Elementary School
Taloto Elementary School
Salvacion Elementary School
San Isidro Elementary School
Maogog Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Jovellar

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bespren Radio pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Love Radio Legazpi MP3 96 kbps
OK-FM Sorsogon MP3 73 kbps
Radyo Natin Buhi AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Baao AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Jovellar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Legazpi
National Museum - Bicol Regional Museum

Libraries in Jovellar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BUCAF Library0.0
Municipal Library and Museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Jovellar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bacacay Public Market
Camalig Public Market
Daraga Public Market
Donsol Public Market
Fruit Vendors
Guinobatan Public Market
Legazpi City Public Market
Ligao City Public Market
Malilipot Public Market
Oas Public Market
Pilar New Public Market
Pioduran Public Market
Polangui Public Market
Santo Domingo Public Market

Airports Near Jovellar

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Amoroy AirportSmall Airport
Bacon Community AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Calanay AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jovellar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Nuestra Señora De La Medalla Milagrosa Chapel
San Ildefonso Chapel
St. John the Baptist Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
92 m (302 ft)
Area
105.4 km² (40.7 mi²)
Postal Code
4515

🇵🇭 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 Jovellar

What is the population of Jovellar?

Jovellar has a population of 3,936 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 40.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jovellar?

Jovellar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.

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