Balinsacayao, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Balinsacayao is a small city in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 28,424. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°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 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 | 28,424 |
| Population Density | 107 / 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 city in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 28,424. 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.
Climate in Balinsacayao
Balinsacayao has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28°C), the coldest is Feb (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3022 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 265.7 sq mi (688.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6810°N, 124.9595°E |
| 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 (OpenStreetMap 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
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Balinsacayao?
Balinsacayao has a population of 28,424 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 107 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. Annual rainfall totals 121.1 inches.
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