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Nabulao, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Nabulao is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 7,059. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

7,059 Population 20/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
99.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Nabulao

Nabulao

Hinoba-an, officially the Municipality of Hinoba-an, is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 64,364 people.

People

Population7,059
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain99.4 in/yr
Sunny Days180/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population7,059
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates9.6616°, 122.4577°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation99.4 inches (2,524 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nabulao

Nabulao is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 7,059. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Nabulao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 180 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days180 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area358.6 sq mi (928.8 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates9.6616°N, 122.4577°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 99.4"
162% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

400 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 90 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 35 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 53 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 74 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 58 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 105 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 71 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 136 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 36 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 97 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 141 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 55 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 20 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 105 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 18 km
Jul 11, 2011 22 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M5.3 24 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 147 km
Jul 11, 2011 28 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.3 30 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km W of Tampocon, Philippines M5.3 74 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 82 km
2021 Rai Category 4 49 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 238 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 194 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 41 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 248 km
2006 Utor Category 3 249 km
2005 Roke Category 1 201 km
1998 Faith Category 1 261 km
1995 Zack Category 2 139 km
1994 Axel Category 1 239 km
1994 Owen Category 1 178 km
1993 Nell Category 1 165 km
1990 Mike Category 4 116 km
1988 Skip Category 3 299 km
1986 Marge Category 1 247 km
1984 Agnes Category 3 216 km
1984 Ike Category 3 93 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 90 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (91 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 91 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 111 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 140 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 17.7 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 17.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 15.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.7 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in

Nabulao has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 99.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.7") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Nabulao

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coast guard academy
Talacagay Elementary School
Bato Elementary School
Vista Alegre Elementary School
Nabulao National High School
Nabulao Elementary School
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Museums in Nabulao

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Learning Center

Farmers Markets in Nabulao

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Candoni Public Market
Cubay Flea Market
Hinoba-an Public Market
Public Market
Wet Market

Restaurants in Nabulao

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Green Land Restaurant

Airports Near Nabulao

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
78 m (256 ft)
Area
414.5 km² (160.0 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
6114
Website
hinobaan.gov.ph

🇵🇭 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 Nabulao

What is the population of Nabulao?

Nabulao has a population of 7,059 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 358.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nabulao?

Nabulao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.4 inches.

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