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Balangkayan, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Balangkayan is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,159. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Balangkayan
Balangkayan, officially the Municipality of Balangkayan, is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 10,014 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,159 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4714°, 125.5106° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.6 inches (3,699 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balangkayan
Balangkayan is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,159. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 119 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 79.9 sq mi (207.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4714°N, 125.5106°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 99 km |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 130 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 66 km |
| 2012 | PHILIPPINE ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 143 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 78 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 107 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 20.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 14.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 19.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 21.8 in | Wettest |
Balangkayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 145.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (21.8") and August the driest (5.9").
Schools in Balangkayan
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balangkayan Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balangkayan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Talisay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balangkayan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Radio Tacloban | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KJM 94.3 FM | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Balangkayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balangkayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balangkayan Public Market | |||||
| Borongan Public Market | |||||
| Llorente Public Market | |||||
| Maydolong Public Market | |||||
| Paplitan |
Restaurants in Balangkayan
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balangkayan
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balangkayan
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balangkayan
4 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balangkayan
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Nazarene-Balangkayan | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| UCCP | |
| United Church of Christ in the Philippines- Balangkayan |
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What is the population of Balangkayan?
Balangkayan has a population of 3,159 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 79.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balangkayan?
Balangkayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 119 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.6 inches.