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Bacalan, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Bacalan is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,060. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,060 Population 48/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
141.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Bacalan

Bacalan

Sebaste, officially the Municipality of Sebaste, is a municipality in the province of Antique, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 19,365 people.

People

Population2,060
Density48/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain141.6 in/yr
Sunny Days130/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population2,060
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates11.5464°, 122.0849°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation141.6 inches (3,596 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bacalan

Bacalan is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 2,060. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 141.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Bacalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 141.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Philippines avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days130 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area43.1 sq mi (111.6 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates11.5464°N, 122.0849°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 141.6"
273% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 22.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

119 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 21, 2025.

Jun 14, 1990 0 km ESE of Union, Philippines M7.1 31 km
Sep 1, 2003 30 km SE of Tugdan, Philippines M5.8 72 km
Mar 27, 2006 0 km NNE of Semirara, Philippines M5.6 95 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 42 km
Jun 14, 1990 19 km SSW of Union, Philippines M5.6 31 km
Sep 29, 2000 34 km SW of Taclobo, Philippines M5.6 67 km
Jun 14, 1990 8 km SSW of Manika, Philippines M5.5 32 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 73 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 77 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 150 km
Feb 27, 2000 6 km SSW of Hamtic, Philippines M5.2 101 km
Jul 14, 2005 5 km NNW of Calaya, Philippines M5.1 126 km
Sep 1, 2003 21 km ESE of Alcantara, Philippines M5.1 71 km
Nov 23, 1994 24 km SW of La Paz, Philippines M5.1 147 km
May 26, 1990 11 km W of Odiongan, Philippines M5.0 99 km
Jun 14, 1990 2 km WNW of Libacao, Philippines M5.0 22 km
Sep 1, 2003 20 km ESE of Santa Fe, Philippines M5.0 60 km
Feb 8, 2021 48 km SW of Santa Teresa, Philippines M5.0 150 km
Aug 15, 2016 3 km WNW of Alimodian, Philippines M4.9 86 km
Jul 25, 2017 26 km SSE of Magdalena, Philippines M4.9 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 131 km
2021 Rai Category 4 166 km
2021 Conson Category 1 221 km
2020 Goni Category 5 240 km
2020 Molave Category 2 187 km
2020 Vongfong Category 2 187 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 173 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 44 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 206 km
2015 Melor Category 4 151 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 249 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 187 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 58 km
2012 Bopha Category 2 223 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 68 km
2006 Durian Category 4 219 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 238 km
2006 Utor Category 3 62 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 162 km
2005 Roke Category 1 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake - 74 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 152 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 162 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 7.1 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
March 78°F (25°C) 2.7 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
May 81°F (27°C) 10.9 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 14.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 22.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 19.3 in
September 78°F (26°C) 16.5 in
October 78°F (26°C) 16.3 in
November 78°F (25°C) 15.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 10.4 in

Bacalan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 141.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (22.8") and March the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Bacalan

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aras-asan Elementary School - - - -
Alegre Elementary School - - - -
Bacalan Elementary School - - - -
P. Javier Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bacalan

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boracay Beach Radio internet radio MP3 128 kbps
Love Radio Kalibo - MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Bacalan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Culasi Museum & Library

Farmers Markets in Bacalan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Culasi Public Market
Libertad Public Market
Makato Public Market
Mercado de Sebaste
Numancia Public Market
Pandan Market
Pandan Market
Tangalan Public Market

Dentists in Bacalan

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PH #12898972465

Airports Near Bacalan

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Iloilo International AirportILOLarge Airport
Kalibo International AirportKLOLarge Airport
Godofredo P. Ramos AirportMPHMedium Airport
Roxas AirportRXSMedium Airport
Azagra Airstrip-Small Airport
Semirara Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bacalan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Pedro Calungsod Catholic Chapel

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
154 m (505 ft)
Area
111.6 km² (43.1 mi²)
Postal Code
5709

🇵🇭 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 Bacalan

What is the population of Bacalan?

Bacalan has a population of 2,060 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 43.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bacalan?

Bacalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 141.6 inches.

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