Lake BuhiAbout Lake Buhi
Lake Buhi is a freshwater lake in the municipality of Buhi, Camarines Sur, in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. It is notable for its ecological and cultural significance to the local community.
The lake is used for small-scale fishing, boat trips and birdwatching; it is especially important for anglers targeting the tiny endemic sinarapan. Local visitors also use the lake for transport between lakeside settlements and for subsistence fishing.
The lake sits within a volcanic and hilly part of Camarines Sur and has long been part of the local subsistence economy; its fisheries and shoreline communities have shaped local practices over many decades. Conservation attention has focused on protecting endemic species in recent years.
Geographically the lake lies in the town of Buhi on the Bicol Peninsula, in southern Luzon. It is a local landmark within Camarines Sur and serves as the municipal centre’s inland water body.
- Sinarapan (tiny fish): Home to the sinarapan (Mistichthys luzonensis), the world’s smallest commercially harvested fish, which is a local culinary and conservation focus.
- Local recreation: Located within the municipality of Buhi, the lake is a focal point for local boating and freshwater angling.
Nearby Attractions to Lake Buhi
Best Time to Visit Lake Buhi
Dry season provides more dependable boating conditions and better chances to see local fishing activity.
Weather & Climate near Lake Buhi
Lake Buhi's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2872 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 21° - 28° | 25° | 214 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| February | Very Good | 21° - 29° | 25° | 127 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.6h |
| March | Very Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 123 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 23° - 31° | 27° | 113 mm | some cloud | 79% | 2.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.6h |
| June | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 204 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.8h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 231 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 251 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 267 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 340 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 427 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.4h |
| December | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 404 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.2h |
How to Get to Lake Buhi
By road: Buhi is accessible from Naga City (roughly 1-2 hours by car depending on route). Local jeepneys and buses serve the town; arrange a boatman locally for crossings.
Tips for Visiting Lake Buhi
- Seek out sinarapan (the tiny coffee-grounds-sized fish) in local markets-only available in limited seasons and a gastronomic curiosity.
- Use a local boatman to cross the lake safely; weather can change suddenly.
- Combine with a trip to nearby Buhi town to visit local churches and markets.