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Dancalan, Philippines
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Dancalan is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 9,863. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dancalan
Ilog, officially the Municipality of Ilog, is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 63,444 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,863 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9821°, 122.7386° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.5 inches (2,502 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dancalan
Dancalan is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 9,863. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 400.8 sq mi (1,037.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9821°N, 122.7386°W |
| 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 | 51 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 64 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in |
Dancalan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and February the driest (1.4").
Schools in Dancalan
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose Villa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jorge Granada, Sr. Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Filomena G. Gequillana Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Camalarang Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Immaculate Conception Academy of Dancalan inc. | - | - | - | - |
| Dancalan Private Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Galicia National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Galicia Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dancalan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR Radio Tayasan | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Dancalan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSU Museum |
Libraries in Dancalan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCO Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CPSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Himamaylan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| HNHS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dancalan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguisan Public Market | |||||
| Binalbagan Public Market | |||||
| Camingawan Public Market | |||||
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Kabankalan Public Market | |||||
| New Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Old Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Payao Public Market |
Gas Stations in Dancalan
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dancalan
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dancalan
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dancalan Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia Filipina Independiente | |
| Iglesia Ni Kristo | |
| Immaculate Conception Parish Church | |
| SDA Church | |
| Señor San Joaquin Church | |
| Shalom Dancalan First Baptist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dancalan
What is the population of Dancalan?
Dancalan has a population of 9,863 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 400.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dancalan?
Dancalan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.5 inches.