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Balingasag, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Balingasag is a small city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 9,722. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

9,722 Population 171/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
83.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Balingasag

Balingasag

Balingasag, officially the Municipality of Balingasag, is a municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 76,877 people.

People

Population9,722
Density171/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain83.5 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population9,722
Population Density171 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates8.7442°, 124.7769°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation83.5 inches (2,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Balingasag

Balingasag is a small city in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 9,722. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Balingasag has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area56.8 sq mi (147.1 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates8.7442°N, 124.7769°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.5"
120% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.19"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

495 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 146 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 113 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 110 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 149 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 134 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 115 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 107 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 80 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 128 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 119 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 87 km
Nov 11, 2009 2 km NE of Jabonga, Philippines M5.7 107 km
Mar 5, 2017 4 km N of Surigao, Philippines M5.7 144 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 120 km
Oct 8, 2000 7 km WNW of Talisay, Philippines M5.7 149 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 132 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 98 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 117 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 134 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 247 km
2021 Rai Category 5 144 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 291 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 251 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 65 km
2006 Utor Category 1 295 km
2005 Roke Category 1 251 km
1995 Zack Category 2 207 km
1994 Axel Category 3 246 km
1994 Owen Category 1 168 km
1993 Nell Category 1 140 km
1990 Mike Category 4 185 km
1988 Skip Category 4 275 km
1986 Marge Category 1 126 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 285 km
1984 Ike Category 4 118 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.1 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (52 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 52 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 178 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 7.3 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 7.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in

Balingasag has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 83.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.2") and April the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Balingasag

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Balingasag Central School
St. Peter's High School
Misamis Oriental Institute of Science and Technology
Cala-cala Elementary School
San Isidro National High School
Waterfall Elementary School
Talusan Elementary School
Cogon Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Balingasag

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Balingasag

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Pirate's Museum
Pirate's Museum

Farmers Markets in Balingasag

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Balingasag Public Market
Bulua Fish Market
Claverial Public Market
Jasaan Public Market
Luyong Bonbon Public Market
Malitbog Public Market
Medina Public Market
Molugan Public Market
NHA Public Market
Opol Public Market
Our Lady of Manaoag Market
Puerto Public Market
Salay Fish Landing
Salay Public Market
Westbound Public Market

Restaurants in Balingasag

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balingasag Pier Barbecue Station
Kamalig
Marco Resto

Cafes in Balingasag

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Bali

Bus Stations in Balingasag

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balingasag Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Balingasag

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basoy
Fill me Up
Petron
PH #453469490
Shell Express

Banks in Balingasag

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

One Network Bank
Secured Bank

Shopping Malls in Balingasag

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gaisano Capital Balingasag

Airports Near Balingasag

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Camiguin AirportCGMMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Balingasag

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Ni Cristo
Saint Rita's Parish Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
47 m (154 ft)
Area
147.1 km² (56.8 mi²)
Founded
1842
Postal Code
9005
Website
knowbalingasag.com/

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Balingasag

What is the population of Balingasag?

Balingasag has a population of 9,722 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Balingasag?

Balingasag 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 80°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.5 inches.

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