Lake Balanan
Lake Crater lake in Central Visayas, Philippines
A crater lake in southern Negros with a wooded islet and calm waters; visitors take short boat rides, picnic and hire local guides.
How to Get to Lake Balanan #
From Dumaguete or local provincial towns, reach the lake by regional roads and then shorter rural lanes into the crater rim. Boat hire is typically arranged locally for deeper water access.
Tips for Visiting Lake Balanan #
- Hire a local boatman for the easiest access to the lake's deeper basin and to learn local fishing techniques.
- Combine the visit with a hike to the surrounding ridgelines for panoramic views of the crater lake.
- Avoid the hottest midday sun if visiting in summer; shade is limited.
Best Time to Visit Lake Balanan #
Dry season (Dec-May) generally provides best trail conditions and clearer skies.
Weather & Climate near Lake Balanan #
Lake Balanan's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2117 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (313 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (316 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (285 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (286 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (200 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (118 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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