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Besao
City in Mountain Province, Philippines
Overview
Besao is a picturesque mountain town in the Mountain Province, Philippines, renowned for its indigenous culture, scenic rice terraces, and tranquil atmosphere. The community is close-knit and welcoming, making it a unique off-the-beaten-path destination.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Philippines
Province
Mountain Province
Population
6,315
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
Coordinates
17.12°, 120.75°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$305
Local Cost
$197
Local Income
$190
Cashless
20
English
55
Temperature
24.3°C
Summer Avg
24.8°C
Winter Avg
22.6°C
Record High
35.7°C
Record Low
13.7°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
3042 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-07.
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 40/100.
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