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Balete, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Balete is a small city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 8,588. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balete
Sorsogon City, officially the City of Sorsogon, is a component city and capital of the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 187,670 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,588 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0192°, 124.0319° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 132.6 inches (3,367 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balete
Balete is a small city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 8,588. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 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 132.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Balete
Balete has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 3629 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 129 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 310.4 sq mi (803.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0192°N, 124.0319°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 140 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 95 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pocdol Mountains (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 9 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 28 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 100 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 15.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 18.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 20.3 in | Wettest |
Balete has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 132.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (20.3") and April the driest (6.2").
Schools in Balete
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabarbuhan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bacon West Central School | — | — | — | — |
| San Pascual Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Roque Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Isidro National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Isidro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Maricrum Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balete
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bespren Radio | pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Legazpi | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| OK-FM Sorsogon | — | MP3 73 kbps |
Museums in Balete
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorsogon Museum |
Farmers Markets in Balete
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Gubat Public Market | |||||
| Poblacion Castilla Local Market | |||||
| Prieto Diaz Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Sorsogon Public Market |
Airports Near Balete
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balete
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia ni Cristo - Lokal ng San Isidro | |
| San Pascual Parish Church | |
| San Roque Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balete
What is the population of Balete?
Balete has a population of 8,588 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 310.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balete?
Balete 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 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.6 inches.