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Balbalan, Philippines
Cordillera · Philippines
Balbalan is a small town in Cordillera, Philippines with a population of 2,195. Elevation: 3,235 ft (986 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Balbalan
Balbalan, officially the Municipality of Balbalan, is a municipality in the province of Kalinga, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 13,332 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,195 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,235 ft (986 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4414°, 121.2019° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Cordillera |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.7 inches (2,939 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balbalan
Balbalan is a small town in Philippines (Cordillera) with a population of 2,195. The city sits at an elevation of 3,235 feet (986 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 137 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,235 ft (986 m) |
| Area | 1,136.6 sq mi (2,943.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4414°N, 121.2019°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 131 km |
| 1968 | E. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 270 | 149 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 42 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 16 | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 17 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 131 km |
| Camiguin de Babuyanes | Stratovolcano | 712 m (2,336 ft) | 1857 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 10.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 13.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 14.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 13.2 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 13.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 13.5 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 8.2 in |
Balbalan has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in Balbalan
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balinciagao Elementary School – Limood Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Limos National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Asibanglan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lutab Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gawidan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naneng Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Naneng National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Balatoc Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wagas Primary School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Naneng National High School – Mosimos Extension | — | — | — | — |
| Limos Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Asibanglan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Malaap Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banagan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Utah Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Sadsadan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bolo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Capas Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbalan Agricultural and Industrial School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbalan National High school | — | — | — | — |
| Sesec-an Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bullalayao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balinciagao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Putao Primary School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Gaogao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bullaguian Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dupag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balantoy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pantikian Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbalan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balbalan Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabugao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Salegseg Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dao-angan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gawaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Poswoy Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ab-abaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Balbalan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSU LIBRARY | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balbalan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulanao Public Market |
Airports Near Balbalan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Cagayan North International Airport | LLC | Medium Airport |
| Cauayan Airport | CYZ | Medium Airport |
| Tuguegarao Airport | TUG | Medium Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lal-lo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Balbalan?
Balbalan has a population of 2,195 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,136.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balbalan?
Balbalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 137 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.7 inches.