Pilar, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Pilar is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 76,908. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Pilar
Pilar, officially the Municipality of Pilar, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 76,908 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,908 |
| Population Density | 803 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.9231°, 123.6724° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.5 inches (2,222 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pilar
Pilar is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 76,908. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 Pilar
Pilar 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 95.8 sq mi (248.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 803/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.9231°N, 123.6724°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 108 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 95 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 34 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 45 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 88 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 12.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 16.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 17.5 in | Wettest |
Pilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 120.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (17.5") and April the driest (5.3").
Schools in Pilar
16 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilar Ⅰ Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Dominican School of Pilar | - | - | - | - |
| Binanuahan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Banuyo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marifosque Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pilar National Comprehensive High School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Fe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lumbang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabanate Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Calongay Elmentary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ginablan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Provenir Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tinago Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr. Proyecto M. Lumbao Memorial Institute | - | - | - | - |
| San Rafael National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Rafael Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pilar
3 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 |
Museums in Pilar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Legazpi | ||||
| National Museum - Bicol Regional Museum |
Farmers Markets in Pilar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daraga Public Market | |||||
| Donsol Public Market | |||||
| Fruit Vendors | |||||
| Legazpi City Public Market | |||||
| Pilar New Public Market | |||||
| Pioduran Public Market | |||||
| Poblacion Castilla Local Market |
Airports Near Pilar
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Naga Airport | WNP | Medium Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pilar
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Banuyo Chapel | |
| Calongay Chapel | |
| Dao Chapel | |
| Dao Chapel | |
| Ginablan Chapel | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Lumbang Chapel | |
| Mabanate Chapel | |
| Marifosque Catholic Chapel | |
| Our Lady of the Pillar Parish and Diocesan Shrine | |
| San Rafael Chapel | |
| Senor Santo Nino Chapel | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilar
What is the population of Pilar?
Pilar has a population of 76,908 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 803 people per square mile, spread across 95.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pilar?
Pilar 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. Annual rainfall totals 87.5 inches.
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