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Balucawi, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Balucawi is a small town in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 2,142. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Balucawi
Dimasalang, officially the Municipality of Dimasalang, is a municipality in the province of Masbate, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 25,054 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,142 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2013°, 123.8426° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.9 inches (2,284 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balucawi
Balucawi is a small town in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 2,142. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 57.2 sq mi (148.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2013°N, 123.8426°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 26 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 67 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 107 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 170 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in |
Balucawi has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (3.2").
Schools in Balucawi
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balocawe Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quezon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Badling Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mongahay Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eugenio C. Clores, Sr. Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ranile Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Deagan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Balucawi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate Provincial Library and Information Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balucawi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Masbate City Public Market | |||||
| Mobo Public Market | |||||
| Palanas Public Market | |||||
| Poblacion Public Market |
Airports Near Balucawi
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calanay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Balucawi
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balay Silangan Reformation Center |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Balucawi?
Balucawi has a population of 2,142 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 57.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balucawi?
Balucawi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.9 inches.