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Balangiga, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Balangiga is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,592. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Balangiga
Balangiga, officially the Municipality of Balangiga, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 14,473 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,592 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1097°, 125.3875° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.0 inches (3,430 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balangiga
Balangiga is a small city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 5,592. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 124 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 73.4 sq mi (190.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1097°N, 125.3875°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | ABUYOG, LEYTE | Meteorological | 12.0 m | 170 | 58 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 108 km |
| 2012 | PHILIPPINE ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 141 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 119 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (60 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 94 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 18.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 18.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | Wettest |
Balangiga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 135.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.3") and August the driest (5.7").
Schools in Balangiga
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Sisters Academy of Balangiga | — | — | — | — |
| Balangiga Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Southern Samar National Comprehensive High School | — | — | — | — |
| Cansumangkay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cag-olango Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Miguel Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balangiga National Agricultural School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balangiga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Balangiga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balangiga Public Market | |||||
| Outdoor Town Market (covered) | |||||
| Public Market |
Gas Stations in Balangiga
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balangiga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balangiga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Borongan Airport | BPA | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guiuan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balangiga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Lawrence Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balangiga?
Balangiga has a population of 5,592 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 73.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balangiga?
Balangiga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.0 inches.