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Bantayan, Philippines
Eastern Visayas · Philippines
Bantayan is a small town in Eastern Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,976. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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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 | 3,976 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.5237°, 124.8283° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Eastern Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 127.3 inches (3,233 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bantayan
Bantayan is a small town in Philippines (Eastern Visayas) with a population of 3,976. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 127.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 129 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 111.5 sq mi (288.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.5237°N, 124.8283°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1975 | PHILIPPINE TRENCH | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1 | 126 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 97 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1995 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 130 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
| 1897 | SAMAR ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 88 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 116 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 14.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 17.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 18.4 in | Wettest |
Bantayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 127.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (18.4") and April the driest (5.1").
Schools in Bantayan
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bantayan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bagasbas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bantayan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malobago Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bantayan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Natin Laoang | — | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Bantayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samar Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| UEP Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bantayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catarman Wet Market |
Airports Near Bantayan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Calbayog Airport | CYP | Medium Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Batag Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catbalogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro (Dolores Timber) Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bantayan?
Bantayan has a population of 3,976 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 111.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bantayan?
Bantayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 129 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 127.3 inches.