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Butubut Norte, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
Butubut Norte is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 3,193. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Butubut Norte
Balaoan, officially the Municipality of Balaoan, is a coastal municipality in the province of La Union, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 40,440 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,193 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8034°, 120.4344° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.7 inches (2,354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Butubut Norte
Butubut Norte is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 3,193. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 120.1 sq mi (311.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8034°N, 120.4344°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1990 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 2,412 | 148 km |
| 1999 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 5 | 137 km |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 90 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Arayat | Stratovolcano | 1,026 m (3,366 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Pinatubo | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | 1993 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 14.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 20.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 23.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in |
Butubut Norte has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Butubut Norte
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apatut Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Masupe Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Butubut Norte Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Guinaburan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ar-arampang Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calliat Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bungol Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bungol National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Butubut Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Butubut National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sinapangan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sinapangan Sur Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Francisco National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Francisco Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Butubut Norte
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rock Baguio | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Easy Rock La Union 106.7 FM | hot ac, opm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 106.7 Hot FM Agoo | hot ac, opm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 106.7 Easy Rock La Union | classic rock, hot ac | MP3 64 kbps | |
| DZAG FM RP1 Agoo 97.1 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Butubut Norte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Union Science Centrum and Museum |
Farmers Markets in Butubut Norte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balaoan Public Market | |||||
| Bangar Public Market | |||||
| Bitalag Market | |||||
| Covered Market Area | |||||
| Lomon Public Market Building 1 and 2 | |||||
| Lomon Public Market Building 3 | |||||
| Luna Public Market | |||||
| Public Market 1 | |||||
| San Fernando City Old Public Market | |||||
| San Fernando City Public Market | |||||
| San Juan Public Market | |||||
| Sudipen Farmers Public Market | |||||
| Tagudin Public Market |
Airports Near Butubut Norte
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Loakan Airport | BAG | Medium Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | SFE | Medium Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Butubut Norte
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Nazarene | |
| Jesus is Alive Guinabang |
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What is the population of Butubut Norte?
Butubut Norte has a population of 3,193 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 120.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Butubut Norte?
Butubut Norte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 92.7 inches.