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Rapu-Rapu, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Rapu-Rapu is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 4,647. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,647 Population 78/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
137.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Rapu-Rapu

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

Population4,647
Density78/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain137.2 in/yr
Sunny Days124/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population4,647
Population Density78 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates13.1865°, 124.1255°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation137.2 inches (3,484 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rapu-Rapu

Rapu-Rapu is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 4,647. 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.

Rapu-Rapu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days124 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area60.0 sq mi (155.3 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates13.1865°N, 124.1255°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.2"
261% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 21.22"
Driest Month (Apr) 6.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

579 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 141 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 128 km
Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 79 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 19 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 109 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 102 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 135 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 94 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 108 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 78 km
Oct 1, 2024 62 km NE of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 132 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 144 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 139 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 105 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 102 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 115 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 123 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 75 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 116 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 234 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 95 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 282 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 259 km
2022 Noru Category 5 210 km
2021 Surigae Category 4 261 km
2021 Conson Category 1 265 km
2020 Goni Category 5 50 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 157 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 76 km
2020 Molave Category 1 24 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 21 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 176 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 37 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 130 km
2015 Melor Category 4 56 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 282 km
2015 Noul Category 4 223 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Rapu-Rapu

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sorsogon Museum

Farmers Markets in Rapu-Rapu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Poblacion Castilla Local Market
Prieto Diaz Public Market
Sorsogon Public Market

Hotels in Rapu-Rapu

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Conchita Hotel

Airports Near Rapu-Rapu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Bacon Community AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Lahuy AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rapu-Rapu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sta. Florentina Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
27 m (89 ft)
Area
155.3 km² (59.9 mi²)
Postal Code
4517
Website
rapu-rapu.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 Rapu-Rapu

What is the population of Rapu-Rapu?

Rapu-Rapu has a population of 4,647 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 78 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. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.2 inches.

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