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Balabac, Philippines
Mimaropa · Philippines
Balabac is a small city in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 9,881. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balabac
Balabac Island is the southernmost island of Palawan province, and therefore the westernmost undisputed island in the Philippines, some 50 km (31 mi) north of Sabah, Malaysia, across the Balabac Strait. Administratively, the island forms the main part of the municipality of Balabac and is divided into 14 barangays :
People
Climate
| Population | 9,881 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.9836°, 117.0487° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Mimaropa |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.3 inches (1,963 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balabac
Balabac is a small city in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 9,881. 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 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 224.6 sq mi (581.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9836°N, 117.0487°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
Balabac has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (14.4") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Balabac
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caguisan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Panaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balabac Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Catagupan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Turong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Indalawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Segumay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agutayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Paliisan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dumaga Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lagdong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malaking Ilog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balabac National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Agutayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Balabac
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balabac
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bataraza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bugsuk (Bonbon) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Candaraman Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Tuba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Samariniana Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sibaring Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tagbita Airstrip | TGB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balabac
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Immaculate Conception Parish Church |
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What is the population of Balabac?
Balabac has a population of 9,881 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 224.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balabac?
Balabac has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.3 inches.