All Countries
Balinsacayao, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Balinsacayao is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,404. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Discover Balinsacayao, Philippines
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Balinsacayao
Mahaplag, officially the Municipality of Mahaplag;, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 28,424 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,404 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.6810°, 124.9595° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 121.1 inches (3,076 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balinsacayao
Balinsacayao is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 2,404. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 121.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 130 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 265.7 sq mi (688.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6810°N, 124.9595°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 10 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mahagnao (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 52 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 105 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 167 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 14.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 15.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 15.0 in |
Balinsacayao has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 121.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.8") and April the driest (7.1").
Schools in Balinsacayao
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayabas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hilusig Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hilusig National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Maitum Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Himamara Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cagbolo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alangilan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Laray Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dingle Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Matagnao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Picas Sur Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hampipila National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Capili-an Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Monteverde Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Magsuganao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hampipila Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paguite Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balinsasayao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Balinsacayao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCIC Elementary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Javier's library building | 0.0 | |||||
| VSU Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balinsacayao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuyog Marketplace | |||||
| Abuyog Public MArket | |||||
| Baybay City Public Market | |||||
| by Stalls | |||||
| Cheremie's Dressed Chicken | |||||
| Community Talipapa | |||||
| Glen/Jasmin's Fish Stall | |||||
| Hindang Public Market | |||||
| Inopacan Public Market | |||||
| La Paz Shopping Square | |||||
| LG's Meat Shop | |||||
| Public market | |||||
| Silago Public Market | |||||
| VISCA MARKET |
Airports Near Balinsacayao
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport | TAC | Medium Airport |
| Ormoc Airport | OMC | Medium Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hilongos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limasawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maasin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubay Community Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balinsacayao
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alliance of the Two Hearts Parish |
Quick Facts
🇵🇭 About Philippines
Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Balinsacayao.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Balinsacayao
What is the population of Balinsacayao?
Balinsacayao has a population of 2,404 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 265.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balinsacayao?
Balinsacayao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 121.1 inches.