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Canayan, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Canayan is a small town in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 4,639. Elevation: 2,169 ft (661 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,639 Population 8/sq mi density
2,169 ft Elevation 661 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
108.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Canayan

Canayan

Malaybalay, officially the City of Malaybalay, is a component city and capital of the province of Bukidnon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 195,046 people.

People

Population4,639
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain108.8 in/yr
Sunny Days140/yr
Elevation2,169 ft (661 m)
Population4,639
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation2,169 ft (661 m)
Coordinates8.1956°, 125.1447°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation108.8 inches (2,763 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Canayan

Canayan is a small town in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 4,639. The city sits at an elevation of 2,169 feet (661 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Canayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 108.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,169 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above Philippines avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days140 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,169 ft (661 m)
Area592.2 sq mi (1,533.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates8.1956°N, 125.1447°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.8"
186% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 5.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

536 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 26, 2025.

Nov 13, 1991 4 km ESE of Hinatuan, Philippines M6.8 136 km
Oct 25, 1990 13 km E of Tidman, Philippines M6.5 146 km
Feb 1, 2023 1 km NW of Babag, Philippines M6.0 112 km
Mar 7, 2023 6 km SE of Manat, Philippines M5.9 127 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 128 km
May 16, 2004 4 km NE of Bantacan, Philippines M5.8 129 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 71 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 85 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 68 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 83 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 34 km
Jun 14, 2021 5 km NW of Don Carlos, Philippines M5.7 57 km
Nov 11, 2009 2 km NE of Jabonga, Philippines M5.7 136 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 89 km
Mar 11, 1997 9 km SSE of Bislig, Philippines M5.7 132 km
Jun 14, 2002 5 km W of Malabang, Philippines M5.6 141 km
Mar 7, 2023 13 km ENE of Bantacan, Philippines M5.6 137 km
Jun 1, 2013 13 km NNE of Banawa, Philippines M5.6 106 km
Jun 2, 2013 13 km NNW of Linao, Philippines M5.5 104 km
Jun 9, 1999 3 km E of Aurora, Philippines M5.5 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 296 km
2021 Rai Category 5 201 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 16 km
1995 Zack Category 2 263 km
1994 Axel Category 3 294 km
1994 Owen Category 1 223 km
1993 Nell Category 1 175 km
1990 Mike Category 4 242 km
1986 Marge Category 2 170 km
1984 Ike Category 4 172 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 245 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2023 E. MINDANAO ISLAND Earthquake 0.3 m 3 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 123 km
Leonard Range Stratovolcano 1,080 m (3,543 ft) 120 134 km
Apo Stratovolcano 2,938 m (9,639 ft) Unknown 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.8 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
April 76°F (24°C) 5.7 in
May 76°F (25°C) 10.5 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 12.9 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 12.9 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in
November 74°F (24°C) 8.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in

Canayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.9") and February the driest (5.2").

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Schools in Canayan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Baganao Elementary School - - - -
Kibalabag Elementary School - - - -
Can-ayan Integrated School - - - -
Tintinaan Elementary School - - - -
Manalog Elementary School - - - -
Incalbog Elementary School - - - -
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Museums in Canayan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bukidnon Studies Center Museum

Libraries in Canayan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BukSU University Library0.0
Malaybalay Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Canayan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cabanglasan Public Market
Colonia Farmers Market
Landing Public Market
Lantapan Public Market
Malaybalay Public Market
MVC Vegetable Market

Cafes in Canayan

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Cone Cafe
Kiamo Ridge View Cafe

Gas Stations in Canayan

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Can-ayan Fuel Station

Stadiums & Teams in Canayan

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Airports Near Canayan

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Del Monte Plantation Airport-Small Airport
Kasapa Airstrip-Small Airport
La Filipina Airport-Small Airport
La Libertad Airstrip-Small Airport
Lapanday Foods Macgum Airport-Small Airport
Lumbia Airfield-Small Airport
Lunga-og Airport-Small Airport
Lurugan Airport-Small Airport
Maramag AirportXMASmall Airport
MEPI Aerodrome-Small Airport
Mindanao Rainbow Agricultural Development Services Airport-Small Airport
Mountain View College Airport-Small Airport
New Sambog Airstrip-Small Airport
Sampao Airstrip-Small Airport
Tagum Airport / Pangi (Rico Vista) Airstrip-Small Airport
Wao Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Canayan

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mailag Barangay Health Station

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
828 m (2,717 ft)
Area
969.2 km² (374.1 mi²)
Founded
1877
Postal Code
8700
Website
malaybalaycity.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canayan

What is the population of Canayan?

Canayan has a population of 4,639 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 592.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canayan?

Canayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.8 inches.

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