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Bongao
City in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines
Overview
Bongao, the capital of Tawi-Tawi province in the southern Philippines, is a lively island town famous for its mix of cultures and stunning coastal scenery. It serves as the commercial and travel hub for the region, offering access to nearby islands and indigenous communities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Tawi-Tawi
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
5.09°, 119.67°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
35
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$545
Local Cost
$300
Local Income
$170
Cashless
10
English
30
Temperature
27.8°C
Summer Avg
27.9°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
31.0°C
Record Low
25.1°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
2401 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TWT
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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