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Basak, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Basak is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 2,457. Elevation: 3,737 ft (1,139 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2,457 Population 16/sq mi density
3,737 ft Elevation 1,139 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
115.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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People

Population2,457
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain115.5 in/yr
Sunny Days128/yr
Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)
Population2,457
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)
Coordinates8.0411°, 124.8628°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation115.5 inches (2,934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Basak

Basak is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 2,457. The city sits at an elevation of 3,737 feet (1,139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Basak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 128 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 115.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,737 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Philippines avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days128 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,737 ft (1,139 m)
Area158.0 sq mi (409.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates8.0411°N, 124.8628°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 115.5"
204% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 5.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

323 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 136 km
Feb 7, 2021 9 km W of Magsaysay, Philippines M6.0 144 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 126 km
Mar 7, 2023 6 km SE of Manat, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 146 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 41 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 105 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 120 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 145 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 125 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 25 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 39 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 55 km
Jul 9, 2019 8 km W of Dolo, Philippines M5.6 139 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 105 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 85 km
Apr 12, 2017 9 km S of Adtugan, Philippines M5.5 35 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 85 km
Jun 9, 1999 3 km E of Aurora, Philippines M5.5 126 km
Feb 10, 2024 1 km NNW of Salvacion, Philippines M5.4 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rai Category 5 219 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 23 km
1995 Zack Category 1 285 km
1994 Owen Category 1 243 km
1993 Nell Category 1 202 km
1990 Mike Category 4 262 km
1986 Marge Category 1 194 km
1984 Ike Category 4 196 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (125 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 125 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 131 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 150 km
Matutum Stratovolcano 2,286 m (7,500 ft) 1290 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 7.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 5.8 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 12.6 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 13.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 12.6 in
August 69°F (20°C) 10.8 in
September 69°F (20°C) 11.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 10.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 8.9 in
December 67°F (19°C) 8.7 in

Basak has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 66°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (5.8").

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Schools in Basak

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaulayanan Elementary School
Basac Elementary School
Lirongan Elementary School
Tankulan Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Basak

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Basak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
University Library0.0
Valencia City Library Area0.0
Valencia City Library Area0.0

Farmers Markets in Basak

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Citra Mina
Citra Mina
CMU Market
Gulayan
Kibangay Public Market
Lantapan Public Market
MVC Vegetable Market
Pangantucan Public Market
Valencia City Farmer's Market
Valencia Public Market, Bukidnon

Cafes in Basak

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lantaw 360 Camp and Cafe

Airports Near Basak

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
A O Floirendo AirstripSmall Airport
Balabagan AirportSmall Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Kasilak AirstripSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Lurugan AirportSmall Airport
Maramag AirportXMASmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport
Mountain View College AirportSmall Airport
Searbemco AirstripSmall Airport
TADECO Santo Tomas AirstripSmall Airport
Wao AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Basak

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blanco Primary Care Clinic
Dr. Pau Animal Bite Center
Kisteria’s Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Basak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brgy. Basak SDA Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila

🇵🇭 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 Basak

What is the population of Basak?

Basak has a population of 2,457 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 158.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Basak?

Basak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 128 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.

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