Balasan, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Balasan is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 35,193. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Balasan
Balasan, officially the Municipality of Balasan, is a municipality in the province of Iloilo, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 35,193 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,193 |
| Population Density | 1,680 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4728°, 123.0878° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.2 inches (2,495 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balasan
Balasan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 35,193. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Balasan
Balasan has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Feb (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2538 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 21.0 sq mi (54.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,680/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4728°N, 123.0878°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 133 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 118 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 158 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 179 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 10.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 9.9 in |
Balasan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.2") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Balasan
24 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupaz Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabalic National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Salvacion Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mamhut Norte Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tingui-an Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bacolod Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balasan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Nicolas National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinalkalan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Batuan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lawis Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bolo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Carlos V. Lopez Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sinamongan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Ann School | - | - | - | - |
| Quiasan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balasan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mamhut Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kinalkalan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camambugan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balanti-an Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pedro Bedez Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Salong Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pani-an Ipil Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balasan
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM Roxas | - | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Balasan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balasan Public Market | |||||
| Bancal Market Place | |||||
| Bancal Open Market | |||||
| Carles Public Market | |||||
| Estancia New Public Market | |||||
| Hipona Wet market | |||||
| pilar public market | |||||
| Ugahan Center - Carles Food Terminal |
Cafes in Balasan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Balasan
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Balasan
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balasan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balasan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balasan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balasan
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia ni Cristo | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo - Lokal ng Balasan | |
| Saint Anne Catholic Parish | |
| Saint Anne Catholic Parish | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Balasan?
Balasan has a population of 35,193 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,680 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balasan?
Balasan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 98.2 inches.
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