Rapu-Rapu, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Rapu-Rapu is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 36,281. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°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 Rapu-Rapu
Rapu-Rapu, officially the Municipality of Rapu-Rapu, is a municipality in the province of Albay in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 36,281 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,281 |
| Population Density | 605 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.1865°, 124.1255° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.2 inches (3,484 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rapu-Rapu
Rapu-Rapu is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 36,281. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Rapu-Rapu
Rapu-Rapu has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Feb (27°C). Average annual precipitation is 3474 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 60.0 sq mi (155.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 605/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.1865°N, 124.1255°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 | 145 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 113 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 47 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 96 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 14.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 15.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 21.2 in | Wettest |
Rapu-Rapu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 137.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (21.2") and April the driest (6.6").
Schools in Rapu-Rapu
21 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buenavista Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dapdap Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Batan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Batan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagaobawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Ramon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Masaga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sagrada Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Minso Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tinopan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tinopan High School | - | - | - | - |
| Rapu-Rapu Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Acal Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Morocborocan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Carogcog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malobago Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mananao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Viga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Binosawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rapu-rapu National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rapu-Rapu
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 Rapu-Rapu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorsogon Museum |
Farmers Markets in Rapu-Rapu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poblacion Castilla Local Market | |||||
| Prieto Diaz Public Market | |||||
| Sorsogon Public Market |
Hotels in Rapu-Rapu
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rapu-Rapu
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lahuy Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rapu-Rapu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sta. Florentina Parish |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Rapu-Rapu?
Rapu-Rapu has a population of 36,281 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 605 people per square mile, spread across 60.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rapu-Rapu?
Rapu-Rapu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 137.2 inches.
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