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Escalante, Philippines
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Escalante is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 97,050. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Escalante
Escalante, officially the City of Escalante, is a component city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 97,050 people. The city celebrates the annual "Manlambus Festival" every May 30.
People
Climate
| Population | 97,050 |
| Population Density | 1,304 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8403°, 123.4992° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.6 inches (1,996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Escalante
Escalante is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 97,050. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Escalante
Escalante has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Feb (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2362 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 74.4 sq mi (192.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,304/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8403°N, 123.4992°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 | 99 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 62 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 136 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Cabalían | Stratovolcano | 912 m (2,992 ft) | 1820 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in |
Escalante has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.6") and April the driest (2.5").
Schools in Escalante
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Learning School | — | — | — | — |
| Mount Carmel College | — | — | — | — |
| Escalante National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hacienda Fe Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jonobjonob Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Teofilo Amante, Sr. Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Escalante Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mercedes Alemany Parreño Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Escalante
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Escalante
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo sang Bata sa Negros | ||||
| Museo sang Bata sa Negros | ||||
| Museo sang Bata sa Negros |
Libraries in Escalante
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadiz City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sagay City Library Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Escalante
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadiz City Public Market | |||||
| Calatrava Public Market | |||||
| Paraiso Market | |||||
| Sagay Public Market | |||||
| Sagay Public Market | |||||
| Toboso Public Market |
Hotels in Escalante
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Escalante
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Escalante
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Escalante
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Escalante
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Escalante
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Escalante
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| LBC Escalante |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Escalante
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Ni Cristo, Lokal ng Escalante City | |
| Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish | |
| Seveth-Day Adventist Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
Around Escalante
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Escalante
9 places within 15 km
- • Bonista Beach Resort
- • Bonista Beach Resort
- • Buenavista Lighthouse
- • Escalante Lighthouse
- • Mount Solitario
- • Tanquinto Hill
- • Balay ni Tsololot
- • Livestock House
- • Molocaboc Island
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Escalante
What is the population of Escalante?
Escalante has a population of 97,050 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,304 people per square mile, spread across 74.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Escalante?
Escalante has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.