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Basa, Philippines

Caraga · Philippines

Basa is a small town in Caraga, Philippines with a population of 2,323. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,323 Population 6/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
132.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Basa

Basa

Trento, officially the Municipality of Trento, is a municipality in the province of Agusan del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 54,492 people.

People

Population2,323
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain132.9 in/yr
Sunny Days116/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population2,323
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates8.0722°, 126.0642°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCaraga
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation132.9 inches (3,375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Basa

Basa is a small town in Philippines (Caraga) with a population of 2,323. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 132.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Basa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 116 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 132.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.4°F
49% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days116 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area387.3 sq mi (1,003.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates8.0722°N, 126.0642°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 132.9"
250% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 20.39"
Driest Month (Aug) 7.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,720 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jan 1, 2001 21 km SE of Lukatan, Philippines M7.5 142 km
May 17, 1992 23 km ESE of Santiago, Philippines M7.3 125 km
May 17, 1992 9 km SE of Santiago, Philippines M7.1 113 km
May 11, 1993 3 km E of Manay, Philippines M7.0 110 km
Feb 18, 1991 18 km E of Aras-asan, Philippines M7.0 100 km
Aug 2, 2024 20 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.8 62 km
Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 47 km
Oct 25, 1990 13 km E of Tidman, Philippines M6.5 51 km
Aug 3, 2024 44 km E of Barcelona, Philippines M6.3 86 km
Apr 24, 1991 50 km ENE of Aras-asan, Philippines M6.3 131 km
Sep 15, 1997 23 km ESE of Barcelona, Philippines M6.2 64 km
Apr 19, 2022 41 km E of Santiago, Philippines M6.1 131 km
Nov 2, 2012 2 km NW of Tigao, Philippines M6.1 128 km
Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 37 km
Jan 27, 1996 26 km E of Tigao, Philippines M6.0 130 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 141 km
Aug 19, 1993 27 km ESE of Santiago, Philippines M5.9 127 km
Mar 7, 2023 6 km SE of Manat, Philippines M5.9 64 km
Mar 30, 1994 2 km NNW of La Paz, Philippines M5.9 106 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 282 km
2021 Rai Category 5 208 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 296 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 35 km
1995 Zack Category 1 260 km
1994 Owen Category 1 237 km
1993 Nell Category 1 148 km
1990 Mike Category 5 233 km
1986 Marge Category 2 160 km
1984 Ike Category 4 160 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1992 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 6.0 m - 125 km
1929 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m - 113 km
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 66 km
2025 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.3 m 10 111 km
1921 PHILIPPINE TRENCH Earthquake - - 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Leonard Range (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 77 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 149 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 20.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (26°C) 14.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 12.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 9.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Driest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 15.2 in

Basa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 132.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (20.4") and August the driest (7.4").

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Schools in Basa

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malipayon Elementary School - - - -
Basa Elementary School - - - -
Kapatungan Elementary School - - - -
Libertad Elementary School - - - -
Tudela Elementary School - - - -
Manat National High School - - - -
Manat Elementary School - - - -
Upper Manat Elementary School - - - -
Kapatungan National High School - - - -
Cahian Elementary School - - - -
Libertad National High School - - - -
Maica Elementary School - - - -
Imelda Elementary School - - - -
San Juan Elementary School - - - -
Agpan Elementary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Basa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayugan 3 Tabuan
Bunawan Public Market
Bunawan Tabuan
OLD Tabu-tabuan
Public Market
San Fernando Public Market
Sayon Public Market

Airports Near Basa

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bislig AirportBPHMedium Airport
A O Floirendo Airstrip-Small Airport
Consuelo Airstrip 1-Small Airport
Kasapa Airstrip-Small Airport
Kasilak Airstrip-Small Airport
La Filipina Airport-Small Airport
La Libertad Airstrip-Small Airport
Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport-Small Airport
Lunga-og Airport-Small Airport
Madaum Airstrip-Small Airport
Mawab Airstrip-Small Airport
MEPI Aerodrome-Small Airport
Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport-Small Airport
Neda Airstrip-Small Airport
New Sambog Airstrip-Small Airport
Sampao Airstrip-Small Airport
Searbemco Airstrip-Small Airport
Sumifru Tagbina Airport-Small Airport
TADECO Santo Tomas Airstrip-Small Airport
Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) Airstrip-Small Airport
UDEV Airport-Small Airport
Union Airstrip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
148 m (486 ft)
Area
555.7 km² (214.5 mi²)
Postal Code
8505
Website
trento.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Basa

What is the population of Basa?

Basa has a population of 2,323 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 387.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Basa?

Basa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 116 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.9 inches.

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