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Batu, Philippines

Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines

Batu is a small town in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 2,966. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2,966 Population 1/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
94.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Batu

Batu

Siay, officially the Municipality of Siay, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 43,233 people.

People

Population2,966
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain94.5 in/yr
Sunny Days165/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population2,966
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates7.7533°, 122.8294°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceZamboanga Peninsula
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation94.5 inches (2,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Batu

Batu is a small town in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 2,966. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Batu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 94.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days165 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area2,255.0 sq mi (5,840.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates7.7533°N, 122.8294°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.5"
149% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

239 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.8 on May 18, 2025.

Jul 23, 2010 72 km S of Panubigan, Philippines M7.5 119 km
Jul 23, 2010 68 km W of Gadung, Philippines M7.3 132 km
May 26, 2003 34 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.9 147 km
Oct 4, 2009 71 km W of Gadung, Philippines M6.6 128 km
Jul 29, 2010 89 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M6.6 141 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 108 km
Apr 13, 2016 15 km NW of Siocon, Philippines M6.0 89 km
May 10, 2018 29 km WNW of Gadung, Philippines M5.9 142 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 47 km
Oct 16, 1993 2 km NE of Malim, Philippines M5.8 75 km
Aug 13, 2022 Moro Gulf, Mindanao, Philippines M5.8 142 km
Jul 23, 2010 29 km W of Litayan, Philippines M5.8 114 km
Jul 23, 2010 66 km W of Bantogon, Philippines M5.8 150 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 90 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km N of Siocon, Philippines M5.6 78 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 133 km
Oct 4, 2009 55 km WSW of Gadung, Philippines M5.6 142 km
Oct 13, 1993 64 km NW of Malayal, Philippines M5.5 150 km
Sep 8, 2000 11 km NW of Dulian, Philippines M5.5 103 km
Dec 2, 1997 51 km W of Gadung, Philippines M5.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 297 km
2021 Rai Category 4 263 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 148 km
1984 Ike Category 4 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (171 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in
February 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 3.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.7 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 12.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in

Batu has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.7") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Batu

19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Batu Elementary School
Laih-Batu National High School
Palinta National High School
Palinta Elementary School
Sayao Primary School
Tigbangagan Elementary School
Buayan National High School
Buayan Elementary School
Teodulo T. Samane, Sr. Memorial Elementary School
Nazareth Elementary School
Magsaysay Primary School
Laih-Batu National High School
Isidro Miranda Memorial Elementary School
Peñaranda Elementary School
Monching Elementary School
Monching National High School
Maligaya Elementary School
Lacnapan Elementary School
San Isidro Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Batu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AWR Zamboanga Peninsula MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Batu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayog Public Market
Imelda Public Market
Ipil Public Market
Public Market - Dry Goods Section
Wet Market

Airports Near Batu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pagadian AirportPAGMedium Airport
Ipil AirportIPESmall Airport
Liloy Community AirportSmall Airport
Malangas AirportSmall Airport
Siocon AirportXSOSmall Airport
Sirawai AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Batu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Buayan Alliance Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Lokal ng Batu, Iglesia ni Cristo

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
34 m (112 ft)
Area
313.7 km² (121.1 mi²)
Founded
1956
Postal Code
7006
Website
siaysibugay.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 Batu

What is the population of Batu?

Batu has a population of 2,966 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,255.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Batu?

Batu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.5 inches.

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