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San Jose de Buan, Philippines

Eastern Visayas · Philippines

San Jose de Buan is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,811. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,811 Population 20/sq mi density
456 ft Elevation 139 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
133.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About San Jose de Buan

San Jose de Buan

San Jose de Buan, officially the Municipality of San Jose de Buan, is a municipality in the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 7,939 people.

People

Population2,811
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain133.2 in/yr
Sunny Days120/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Population2,811
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates12.0529°, 125.0251°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceEastern Visayas
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation133.2 inches (3,384 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Jose de Buan

San Jose de Buan is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,811. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 133.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

San Jose de Buan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 133.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.2°F
41% above Philippines avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days120 days/yr

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area141.7 sq mi (366.9 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates12.0529°N, 125.0251°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 133.2"
251% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 18.86"
Driest Month (Apr) 6.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,487 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 21, 1995 10 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M7.2 60 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 64 km
May 5, 1995 14 km NE of Cabatuan, Philippines M7.1 70 km
Apr 21, 1995 19 km E of Dolores, Philippines M6.9 69 km
Apr 21, 1995 14 km ESE of Can-Avid, Philippines M6.8 60 km
Apr 23, 1995 10 km E of Gamay, Philippines M6.8 55 km
Apr 21, 1995 47 km E of Dapdap, Philippines M6.8 97 km
Jul 6, 2017 2 km S of Lim-oo, Philippines M6.5 112 km
Oct 2, 1996 3 km ENE of San Julian, Philippines M6.4 60 km
May 8, 1995 40 km ENE of Hernani, Philippines M6.4 121 km
Apr 23, 2019 17 km ESE of Tutubigan, Philippines M6.4 38 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 104 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 69 km
Apr 29, 1995 57 km E of Sulat, Philippines M6.1 106 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 84 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 130 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 85 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 130 km
Apr 21, 1995 23 km ESE of Dolores, Philippines M6.0 73 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 3 208 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 126 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 142 km
2021 Rai Category 5 228 km
2021 Surigae Category 5 250 km
2020 Goni Category 5 183 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 284 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 21 km
2020 Molave Category 1 152 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 96 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 74 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 161 km
2016 Sarika Category 2 215 km
2015 Melor Category 4 64 km
2015 Noul Category 3 280 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 86 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 84 km
2014 Hagupit Category 4 17 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 120 km
2013 Utor Category 2 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 ABUYOG, LEYTE Meteorological 12.0 m 170 149 km
1975 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake 3.0 m 1 118 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 60 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 104 km
1995 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 97 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake 105 km
1897 SAMAR ISLAND Earthquake 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Biliran (80 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 80 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 131 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 132 km
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 160 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 15.1 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 10.6 in
March 75°F (24°C) 8.0 in
April 76°F (25°C) 6.8 in Driest
May 78°F (25°C) 8.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 8.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 9.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 12.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 18.2 in
December 74°F (23°C) 18.9 in Wettest

San Jose de Buan has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 133.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (18.9") and April the driest (6.8").

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Schools in San Jose de Buan

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Libertad Elementary School
Hagbay Primary School
San Jose de Buan Central School
Can-aponte Primary School
Hiduroma Elementary School
Hilumot Primary School
San Pedro Primary School
Galutan Primary School
Salvacion Primary School
Hibaca-an Primary School
Gusa Elementary School
Aguingayan Primary School
San Nicolas Elementary School
San Jose de Buan National High School
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Radio Stations near San Jose de Buan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KJM 94.3 FM AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in San Jose de Buan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in San Jose de Buan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Agriciultural Foods Seasoning and Ingredients
Bagacay Public Market
Fish Section
Gandara Public Market
Meat Section
Public Market
San Jorge Public Market
Tizon Wet Market

Airports Near San Jose de Buan

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calbayog AirportCYPMedium Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Batag AirportSmall Airport
Biliran AirportSmall Airport
Borongan AirportBPASmall Airport
Catbalogan AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro (Dolores Timber) AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Jose de Buan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Jose de Buan Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
304 m (997 ft)
Area
366.9 km² (141.6 mi²)
Postal Code
6714

🇵🇭 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 San Jose de Buan

What is the population of San Jose de Buan?

San Jose de Buan has a population of 2,811 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 141.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Jose de Buan?

San Jose de Buan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 120 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 133.2 inches.

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