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Banhigan, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Banhigan is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,359. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2,359 Population 49/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
122.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Banhigan

Banhigan

Badian, officially the Municipality of Badian, is a municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 44,626 people.

People

Population2,359
Density49/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain122.2 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population2,359
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates9.8590°, 123.3893°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation122.2 inches (3,103 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Banhigan

Banhigan is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 2,359. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Banhigan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 122.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Philippines avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area48.2 sq mi (124.9 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates9.8590°N, 123.3893°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 122.2"
222% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.37"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

486 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 80 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 143 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 25 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 136 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 139 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 82 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 32 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 117 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 34 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 34 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 101 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 96 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 31 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 100 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 85 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 121 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 128 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 132 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 48 km
Oct 20, 2013 10 km WSW of Loon, Philippines M5.3 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 85 km
2021 Rai Category 4 29 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 297 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 205 km
2014 Hagupit Category 3 262 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 153 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 96 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 205 km
2006 Utor Category 3 213 km
2005 Roke Category 1 124 km
1998 Faith Category 1 239 km
1995 Zack Category 2 107 km
1995 Sibyl Category 1 292 km
1994 Axel Category 2 180 km
1994 Owen Category 1 82 km
1993 Manny Category 3 294 km
1993 Nell Category 1 89 km
1990 Mike Category 4 83 km
1988 Skip Category 4 219 km
1987 Phyllis Category 3 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 TANON STRAIT Earthquake 5.0 m 51 25 km
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (68 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 68 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 72 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 89 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 103 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 159 km
Mahagnao Stratovolcano 860 m (2,822 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
October 80°F (26°C) 8.7 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in Wettest
December 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in

Banhigan has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and April the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Banhigan

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Basiao Elementary School
Tubod Elementary School
Tubod National High School
Taytay Elementary School
Lambug Elementary School
Banhigan Elementary School
Malabago Elementary School
Calangcang Elementary School
Bato Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Banhigan

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yes The Best Cebu MP3 64 kbps
All Radio 97.1 Cebu music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
DYAB One Radyo 1512 AM news, talk AAC 463 kbps
Radyo Natin Pinamungajan AAC 64 kbps
Radyo Natin Argao AAC 64 kbps
STARR Radio Tayasan MP3 128 kbps
Radio Disney Philippines - Cebu FM 87.5 pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Banhigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo dela Parroquia de San Miguel

Libraries in Banhigan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ramon Seares Sr. Municipal Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Banhigan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alcantara Public Market
Alcoy Public Market
Alegria Public Market
Argao Public Market
Ayungon Public Market
Badian Public Market
Bayabas Public Market
Bindoy Public Market
Boljoon Public Market
Dalaguete Agri-Pinoy Trading Center
Domolog Public Market
Dumanjug Public Market
Jimalalud Public Market
La Libertad Public Market
Malabuyoc Public Market
Malalay Public Market
Manjuyod Public Market
Mantalongon Market
Mantalongon Public Market
Moalboal Fish and Meat Market
Moalboal Public Market
Nug-as Public Market
Papan Public Market
Ronda Public Market
Sangi Public Market
Sibonga Public Market
Simala Market
Talaptap Sunday Farmer's Market
Talo-ot Public Market
Tayasan Public Market

Hotels in Banhigan

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allure Badian Villa
Argon Brothers Beach House

Restaurants in Banhigan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cuestas Beach Resort and Restaurant

Airports Near Banhigan

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mactan Cebu International AirportCEBLarge Airport
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Refugio AirstripSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
139 m (456 ft)
Area
110.1 km² (42.5 mi²)
Founded
1825
Postal Code
6031

🇵🇭 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 Banhigan

What is the population of Banhigan?

Banhigan has a population of 2,359 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 48.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Banhigan?

Banhigan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.2 inches.

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