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Palanas
City in Masbate, Philippines
Overview
Palanas is a tranquil, small town in Masbate, Philippines, set between rolling rice fields and the coast. It offers visitors a chance to experience authentic rural Filipino life, with friendly locals and scenic landscapes. The town is ideal for those looking to unwind away from tourist crowds.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Masbate
Population
28,133
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
12.10°, 123.81°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$400
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$200
Cashless
30
English
55
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
26.2°C
Record High
33.6°C
Record Low
21.8°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2334 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MBT
Distance
35 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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