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Bantay, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
Bantay is a mid-size city in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 37,088. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bantay
Bantay, officially the Municipality of Bantay, is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 37,088 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,088 |
| Population Density | 1,254 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.5847°, 120.3892° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.9 inches (2,589 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bantay
Bantay is a mid-size city in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 37,088. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bantay
Bantay has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.1°C), the coldest is Jan (23.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2935 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 29.6 sq mi (76.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5847°N, 120.3892°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1988 | NORTH OF LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 131 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 46 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 16 | 87 km |
| 1934 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 148 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Cagua | Stratovolcano | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1860 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 22.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 26.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in |
Bantay has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Bantay
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul College of Ilocos Sur - College Department | - | - | - | - |
| Bantay East Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantay West Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Balaleng Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ora East Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ora West Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Silang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Guimod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantay National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulag Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bayubay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bantay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Laoag | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Tuguegarao | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Bangued | - | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Bantay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Museum | ||||
| Crisologo Museum | ||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library & Museum | ||||
| National Museum of the Philippines - Ilocos |
Libraries in Bantay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abra Provincial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CCIT Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gregoria M. Rivera Memorial Library and Museum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bantay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangued Central Market | |||||
| Cabugao Public Market | |||||
| JTC Supermart | |||||
| Magsingal Public Market | |||||
| Narvacan Farmers Market | |||||
| Narvacan Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| San Ildefonso Public Market | |||||
| San Juan Public Market | |||||
| Santa Public Market | |||||
| Santo Domingo Mall | |||||
| Vigan City Public Market |
Hotels in Bantay
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bantay
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bantay
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bantay
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bantay
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bantay
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bantay
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laoag International Airport | LAO | Large Airport |
| Dibagat Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bantay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Saint Augustine Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bantay
What is the population of Bantay?
Bantay has a population of 37,088 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,254 people per square mile, spread across 29.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bantay?
Bantay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.