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San Jose, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
San Jose is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,771. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Jose
San Jose de Buenavista, officially the Municipality of San Jose de Buenavista is the capital and largest municipality of the province of Antique, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 69,522 people, with its residents being proudly known as San Josenhon. Situated on the southwest coast of Panay Island, it serves as the province's primary administrative, commercial, and financial heart. The municipality covers a land area of 48.56 square kilometres, constituting 1.78% of the total area of Antique. The current mayor is Paul Joseph Nicopior Untaran, the son of the late Mayor Elmer Untaran.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,771 |
| Population Density | 360 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.7703°, 122.5339° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.5 inches (2,934 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Jose
San Jose is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 3,771. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 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 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in San Jose
San Jose has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Nov (24°C), the coldest is Jan (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2092 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 360/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.7703°N, 122.5339°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 113 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 33 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 77 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 12.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in |
San Jose has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 84.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in San Jose
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred heart canteen | — | — | — | — |
| Pal-agon Amparo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aganan Ungka Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Harvard International Christian Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Pandac Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sacred Heart School | — | — | — | — |
| Balabag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Jose
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombo Radyo Iloilo | news | AAC | |
| Love Radio Bacolod | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 105.9 Wild FM | hot ac, opm | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| Star FM Bacolod | — | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Madridejos | cebu, filipino | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Iloilo | — | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in San Jose
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandy Museum by Emperador | ||||
| Brandy Museum by Emperador | ||||
| Casa Gamboa Jaro Museum | ||||
| Casa Gamboa Jaro Museum | ||||
| Casa Mariquit | ||||
| Casa Mariquit | ||||
| FishWorld | ||||
| Iloilo Maritime Museum | ||||
| Iloilo Maritime Museum | ||||
| Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art | ||||
| Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art | ||||
| Lopez Museum and Library | ||||
| Lopez Museum and Library | ||||
| Musée d' Arsie | ||||
| Musée d' Arsie | ||||
| Museo de Guimaras | ||||
| Museo Iloilo | ||||
| Museo Iloilo | ||||
| Museum of Philippine Economic History | ||||
| Museum of Philippine Economic History | ||||
| Museum of Philippine Maritime History | ||||
| Museum of Philippine Maritime History | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Iloilo | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Iloilo | ||||
| Pototan Museum and Public Library | ||||
| Raul Gonzales Memorial Museum | ||||
| Raul Gonzales Memorial Museum | ||||
| Rosendo Mejica Museum and Historical Landmark | ||||
| Rosendo Mejica Museum and Historical Landmark | ||||
| Science XPdition Iloilo | ||||
| Science XPdition Iloilo | ||||
| Sta. Barbara Centennial Museum and Convention Center |
Libraries in San Jose
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DepEd Division Library Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Dr. Graciano Lopez Jaena Shrine and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Henry Luce III Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Homework Study Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Homework Study Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Iloilo Provincial Library & Archives Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Iloilo Provincial Library & Archives Office | 0.0 | |||||
| LES Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Santa Filomena - Villa de Arevalo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| SEAFDEC/AQD Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tomas Confesor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| USA Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Jose
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alimodian Public Market | |||||
| Alta Tierra Mini Market | |||||
| Anilao Public Market | |||||
| Arevalo Public Market | |||||
| Badiangan Public Market | |||||
| Barotac Nuevo Public Market | |||||
| Bolilao Talipapa | |||||
| Buenavista Dry Goods Market | |||||
| Buenavista New Terminal Market | |||||
| Cabano Public Market | |||||
| Cabatauan Public Market | |||||
| Cabatuan Public Market | |||||
| Guimbal Public Market | |||||
| Iloilo Central Market | |||||
| Iloilo Terminal Market | |||||
| Janiuay Public Market | |||||
| Jaro Public Market | |||||
| Jaro Small Market | |||||
| Jordan Municipal Market | |||||
| Jordan Public Market | |||||
| La Paz Public Market | |||||
| Lanas Trading Center | |||||
| Maasin Public Market | |||||
| Mandurriao Public Market | |||||
| Mohon Small Market | |||||
| Molo Public Market | |||||
| Nahabay Public Market | |||||
| New Public Market | |||||
| Nueva Valencia Public Market | |||||
| Oton Public Market | |||||
| Pakiad Talipapa | |||||
| Pakiad Talipapa | |||||
| Pavia Public Market | |||||
| Plazuela Dos Farmers' Market | |||||
| Plazuela Dos Farmers' Market | |||||
| Pototan Public Market | |||||
| Sambag Mini Market | |||||
| San Miguel Public Market | |||||
| Santa Barbara Public Market | |||||
| Tigbauan Public Market | |||||
| Tubungan Bagsakan Center | |||||
| Tubungan Livestock Market | |||||
| Zaraga Public Market | |||||
| Zarraga Public Market |
Hotels in San Jose
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Jose
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Jose
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Jose
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Jose
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Jose
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Jose
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Buenavista Coliseum |
Airports Near San Jose
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Evelio Javier Airport | EUQ | Medium Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San Jose
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| FPOP Community Health Care Birthing Center and Laboratory | ||
| Fuentebella-Basco Optical Clinic | ||
| Hormigoso | ||
| Iloilo City Social Hygiene Clinic | ||
| Lifesmiles | ||
| Maxicare Primary Care Clinic | ||
| Medicus | ||
| Plaza Libertad Medical Specialist Center | ||
| St. Peregrine Center for Health | ||
| Tapales Veterinary Clinic | ||
| The Medical City Clinic | ||
| villareal medical clinic | ||
| Women and maternal |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Jose
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christian Reform Church | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo | |
| Riverside Evangelical Chapel | |
| Santo Niño Chapel | |
| St. Vincent Ferrer | |
| Ungka Community Christian Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of San Jose?
San Jose has a population of 3,771 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 360 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Jose?
San Jose 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. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.