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Tabu, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Tabu is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 6,143. Elevation: 1,020 ft (311 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 6,143 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.8923°, 122.7098° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇠Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.5 inches (2,502 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tabu
Tabu is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 6,143. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet (311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,020 ft (311 m) |
| Area | 400.8 sq mi (1,037.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.8923°N, 122.7098°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 | 56 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 74 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in |
Tabu has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Tabu
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibucao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salong National High School - San Jose Extension | - | - | - | - |
| Mambusao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Jose Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr. Pablo Torre Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Candiacap Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magka Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Magsaysay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baslay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabu National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Jerusalem Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tapi National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Tapi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dacongcogon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Talacdan Extension High School | - | - | - | - |
| Talacdan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tabu Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tabu
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR Radio Tayasan | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tabu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSU Museum |
Libraries in Tabu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCO Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Himamaylan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| HNHS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tabu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bantayan Public Market | |||||
| Camingawan Public Market | |||||
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Kabankalan Public Market | |||||
| Lumbangan Public Market | |||||
| Mabinay Public Market | |||||
| New Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Old Himamaylan Public Market |
Airports Near Tabu
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tabu
What is the population of Tabu?
Tabu has a population of 6,143 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 400.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tabu?
Tabu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.5 inches.