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Sorsogon, Philippines

Bicol Region · Philippines

Sorsogon is a large city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 187,670. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

187,670 Population 1,760/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
124.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Sorsogon

Sorsogon

Sorsogon, officially the Province of Sorsogon, is a province in the Philippines located in the Bicol Region. It is the southernmost province in the island of Luzon and is subdivided into fourteen municipalities (towns) and one city. Its capital is Sorsogon City and borders the province of Albay to the north.

People

Population187,670
Density1,760/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain124.6 in/yr
Sunny Days133/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population187,670
Population Density1,760 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates12.9739°, 123.9933°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceBicol Region
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation124.6 inches (3,164 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sorsogon

Sorsogon is a large city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 187,670. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 124.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Sorsogon

Sorsogon 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.9° 347.2
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 23.2° / 29.4° 249.7
Mar 27°C / 81°F 23.8° / 30.1° 237.2
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.6° 158.2
May 28.9°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.4° 209.8
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.2° / 32.3° 222.2
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 24.8° / 31.5° 289.5
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.9° / 31.4° 232.1
Sep 28°C / 82°F 24.6° / 31.4° 282.2
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31.1° 319.1
Nov 27.4°C / 81°F 24.3° / 30.4° 470.3
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 23.9° / 29.3° 611.0
Sorsogon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 124.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days133 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area106.6 sq mi (276.1 km²)
Population Density1,760/sq mi
Coordinates12.9739°N, 123.9933°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 124.6"
228% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 18.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

539 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 M7.1 147 km
Jun 11, 1996 8 km NNE of Palapag, Philippines M7.1 132 km
Oct 12, 1994 15 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M6.4 106 km
Feb 15, 2003 11 km SSW of San Vicente, Philippines M6.3 90 km
Jun 9, 1994 18 km ENE of Rapu-Rapu, Philippines M6.2 44 km
Jun 14, 1996 16 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.1 117 km
Feb 15, 2023 9 km NNE of Miaga, Philippines M6.1 75 km
May 5, 1995 12 km N of Cabatuan, Philippines M6.1 140 km
Jun 26, 2003 4 km ENE of Miaga, Philippines M6.0 82 km
Jul 1, 2003 22 km NW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M6.0 100 km
Jul 12, 1995 3 km ESE of Las Navas, Philippines M5.9 136 km
Dec 28, 1993 5 km NNE of Mapanas, Philippines M5.9 147 km
Nov 5, 1998 22 km N of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.9 114 km
Oct 12, 1994 16 km E of Gigmoto, Philippines M5.9 106 km
Feb 15, 2003 2 km N of Palanas, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Feb 22, 2005 17 km W of Tigbao, Philippines M5.8 99 km
Apr 18, 1996 18 km NNW of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.8 109 km
Jul 7, 1993 2 km SSE of Maagnas, Philippines M5.7 87 km
Apr 10, 2017 54 km NE of Cabodiongan, Philippines M5.7 148 km
Aug 19, 2024 21 km NNW of Bugko, Philippines M5.7 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 144 km
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 213 km
2024 Man-yi Category 5 122 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 289 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 284 km
2022 Noru Category 5 229 km
2021 Surigae Category 4 284 km
2021 Conson Category 1 255 km
2020 Goni Category 5 72 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 178 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 54 km
2020 Molave Category 1 49 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 12 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 153 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 5 59 km
2016 Sarika Category 3 157 km
2015 Melor Category 4 31 km
2015 Noul Category 4 251 km
2015 Mekkhala Category 1 230 km
2015 Maysak Category 1 290 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 15 138 km
2003 SAMAR SEA Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 90 km
1925 PHILIPPINE SEA Earthquake 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (9 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pocdol Mountains Compound 1,102 m (3,615 ft) Unknown 9 km
Bulusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,535 m (5,036 ft) 2017 24 km
Isarog Stratovolcano 1,966 m (6,450 ft) -3500 101 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 14.1 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 8.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 14.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 16.7 in
December 78°F (26°C) 18.6 in Wettest

Sorsogon has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 124.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (18.6") and April the driest (5.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Sorsogon

Institution Type Founded Website
Administration building sorsogon state college College
Aemilianum College College
Bicol University Gubat Campus University Visit →
Our Lady of Peñafrancia College Seminary College
Sorsogon State College College
Sorsogon State University University
Sorsogon State University - Main Campus University
Sorsogon State University Magallanes Campus University
Sorsogon State University, Castilla Campus College Visit →
The Lewis College College

Schools in Sorsogon

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rosa T. Arellano Elementary School
Pamurayan Integrated School
Pamurayan Integrated School
Sorsogon National High School
Mercedes B. Peralta Senior High School
Guard House
Flag Pole
Melecio J. Larosa Elementary School
Bitan-o Elementary School
Tugos Elementary School
St. Louise de Marillac College of Sorsogon
Peñafrancia Elementary School
Cambulaga Elementary School
Ambrosio J. Labrador Elementary School
Aemilianum College Inc.
Pangpang Elementary School
Guinlajon Elementary School
Sorsogon Pilot Elementary School
Chiang Kai Shek School
Sorsogon East Central School
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Radio Stations near Sorsogon

4 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
Radyo Natin Buhi AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Sorsogon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sorsogon Museum

Libraries in Sorsogon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bulusan Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sorsogon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bulusan Public Market
Casiguran Public Market
Gubat Public Market
Legazpi City Public Market
Poblacion Castilla Local Market
Prieto Diaz Public Market
Public Market
Sorsogon Public Market

Hotels in Sorsogon

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baloys Hotel
Fernando's Hotel
Fernandos
Kasanggayahan Hotel
My HOUSE
Skyline View Hotel
Villa Isabel
Villa Isabel hotel and resto

Restaurants in Sorsogon

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1st Colonial
Inno's Native Lechon
Inno’s Food Stop 24 hours
Mango Grill
One Burgos

Cafes in Sorsogon

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

'l Primero
Coast Kave
Coffee Cat
Lazy Cups
Mai
the Chancelary

Clinics in Sorsogon

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Doris Figueras IM ENDO
RABVAXX ABTC and Medical Clinic
Sorsogon State University - Main Campus Health Services Office

Gas Stations in Sorsogon

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Extrame
Petron
Petron
Seaoil
Shell

Banks in Sorsogon

14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BDO
BPI
BPI
Camalig Bank
Card Bank, Inc.
China Bank
EastWest Unibank
Green Bank
Metrobank
PNB
PNB Bank
Producers Bank
PSBank
UCPB

Shopping Malls in Sorsogon

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro
CityMall Sorsogon
Gaisano Capital Sorsogon

Airports Near Sorsogon

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bicol International AirportDRPLarge Airport
Catarman National AirportCRMMedium Airport
Moises R. Espinosa AirportMBTMedium Airport
Naga AirportWNPMedium Airport
Virac AirportVRCMedium Airport
Amoroy AirportSmall Airport
Bacon Community AirportSmall Airport
Bulan AirportSmall Airport
Calanay AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorsogon

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Our Lady of Fatima Parish and Diocesan Shrine
San Ramon Nonato Parish
sorsogon city foursquare gospel church
Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
86 m (282 ft)
Area
276.1 km² (106.6 mi²)
Founded
1895
Postal Code
4700
Website
sorsogoncity.gov.ph/

Around Sorsogon

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 24
Hospitals 6
Pharmacies 14
Restaurants 6
Cafes 6
Bars 5
Supermarkets 2
Banks 13
Museums 1
Hotels 8
Parks 4
Police Stations 2

Things to See Near Sorsogon

3 places within 15 km

🗼 Lighthouses (2)
  • • Casiguran Lighthouse
  • • Castilla Lighthouse
⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Mount Pulog

🇵🇭 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 Sorsogon

What is the population of Sorsogon?

Sorsogon has a population of 187,670 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,760 people per square mile, spread across 106.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sorsogon?

Sorsogon 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 82°F in July. The area receives 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 124.6 inches.

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