Basay, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Basay is a mid-size city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 30,018. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Basay
Basay, officially the Municipality of Basay, is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 30,018 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,018 |
| Population Density | 480 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.4087°, 122.6400° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.3 inches (2,522 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Basay
Basay is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 30,018. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 99.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Basay
Basay has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2012 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 62.6 sq mi (162.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.4087°N, 122.6400°E |
| 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 | 90 km |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 124 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 17.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 17.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.0 in |
Basay has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 99.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.5") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Basay
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basay National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Andres V. Fortugaleza National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Basay Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Don Pablo Carmen Blanco Utzurrum Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cleomenes Consolacion Fortugaleza Memorial Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Linantayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Olandao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Basay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basay Public Market | |||||
| Bayawan Public Market | |||||
| Cubay Flea Market | |||||
| Hinoba-an Public Market |
Gas Stations in Basay
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Basay
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Shipwrecks Near Basay
1 documented shipwrecks found near Basay.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Abukuma | - | A Nagara-class light cruiser that was bombed by US aircraft off Negros Island. |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Basay
What is the population of Basay?
Basay has a population of 30,018 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 480 people per square mile, spread across 62.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Basay?
Basay 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. Annual rainfall totals 99.3 inches.
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