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Bantayan, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Bantayan is a mid-size city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 87,394. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bantayan
Bantayan, officially the Municipality of Bantayan, is a municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 87,394 people, making it the island's most populous town as well as the largest.
People
Climate
| Population | 87,394 |
| Population Density | 8,070 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.1683°, 123.7223° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.8 inches (1,901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bantayan
Bantayan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 87,394. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Bantayan
Bantayan has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Feb (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2362 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.4°F |
| 53% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,070/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.1683°N, 123.7223°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 142 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 97 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 106 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 182 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 6.8 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in |
Bantayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (2.5").
Colleges & Universities in Bantayan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bantayan Southern Institute | College | - | , |
| Cebu Technological University - Bantayan Extension | University | - | Visit → |
| Madridejos Community College | College | - | , |
| Salazar College of Science Institute and Technology | College | - | , |
Schools in Bantayan
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Love Study Center | - | - | - | - |
| Bantayan Southern Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Bantayan Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantayan Christian School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Paul Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Silvino Y. Du Sr. Memorial School, Inc. | - | - | - | - |
| Bantayan Science High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bantayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Obo-ob Integrated School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bantayan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Bantayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bantayan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bantayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atop-atop Satellite Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market Fruit Stalls | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market Vegetable & Dried Seafoods Section | |||||
| Bantayan Wet Market | |||||
| Binabag Public Market | |||||
| Kawit Public Market | |||||
| Madridejos Public Market | |||||
| Medellin Public Market | |||||
| San Remigio Public Market | |||||
| Tambongon Public Market |
Hotels in Bantayan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bantayan
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bantayan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Bantayan
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bantayan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bantayan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bantayan
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bantayan
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bantayan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Biliran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Camotes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Isabel PASAR Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bantayan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bantayan Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bantayan
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bantayan Eternal Garden Chapel | |
| Berhin sa Lourdes | |
| Iglesia Ni Cristo | |
| Parroquia de San Pedro Apostol | |
| San Martin de Porres Chapel | |
| San Roque | |
| Santa Cruz | |
| Santo Niño Chapel | |
| Santo Nino Shrine | |
| St. Martin de Porres Chapel | |
| Sto Rosario | |
| Sts. Peter & Paul Chapel |
Quick Facts
Around Bantayan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Bantayan
9 places within 15 km
- • Sugar Beach
- • Bantayan Lighthouse
- • Gabaldon Building
- • Kota Wall
- • Ruined house
- • Balidbid Lagoon & Beach
- • Camp Sawi
- • Camp Wagi
- • Hilltop, M.Y. Village
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What is the population of Bantayan?
Bantayan has a population of 87,394 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 8,070 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bantayan?
Bantayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.8 inches.