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Cansilayan, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Cansilayan is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 3,809. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cansilayan
Murcia, officially the Municipality of Murcia, is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 90,123 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,809 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5598°, 123.0184° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.3 inches (3,689 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cansilayan
Cansilayan is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 3,809. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 107.8 sq mi (279.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5598°N, 123.0184°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 | 66 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 21 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in |
Cansilayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and February the driest (2.6").
Schools in Cansilayan
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Montilla Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dr. P.F. Elizalde Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cansilayan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cansilayan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Talotog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cansilayan
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombo Radyo Iloilo | news | AAC | |
| Love Radio Bacolod | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 105.9 Wild FM | hot ac, opm | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Star FM Bacolod | - | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Madridejos | cebu, filipino | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Iloilo | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Cansilayan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Araneta Ledesma House | ||||
| Balay Negrense Museum | ||||
| Balay ni Tana Dikang | ||||
| Benita Jara House | ||||
| Casa Grande (General Aniceto Lacson Ancestral House) | ||||
| Dizon-Ramos Museum | ||||
| Don Bernardino Jalandoni Museum | ||||
| House of Mugs | ||||
| Lizares Mansion | ||||
| Manuel Severino Hofileña House | ||||
| Museo de La Salle | ||||
| Pope John Paul II Tower | ||||
| The Negros Museum | ||||
| Vintage Glasses Museum |
Libraries in Cansilayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacolod City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fray Luis de Leon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cansilayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacold City North Public Market | |||||
| Bacolod Public Market | |||||
| Bago City Public Market | |||||
| Bunga Public Market | |||||
| Canlaon City Public Market (Oval) | |||||
| Cansilayan Public Market | |||||
| Codcod Market Place | |||||
| Don Salvador Benedicto Public Market | |||||
| Granada Market | |||||
| Guintorilan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Hope Public Market | |||||
| J&MC Market | |||||
| La Carlota Public Market | |||||
| La Castellana Public Market | |||||
| La Granja Public Market | |||||
| Lechonan Country | |||||
| Libertad Public Market | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Sugar Central Public Market | |||||
| Mailum Public Market | |||||
| Masulog Public Market | |||||
| Midtown Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Murcia Tinabu-ay Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros First Food Terminal | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Pontevedra Public Market | |||||
| Pontevedra Seafood Market | |||||
| Pulupandan Public Market | |||||
| Sagasa Public Market | |||||
| San Enrique Public Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Silay Public Market | |||||
| Sum-ag Public Market | |||||
| Tabao Fish Market | |||||
| Talisay Public Market | |||||
| Tangub Talipapa | |||||
| Uptown Market | |||||
| Uptown Public Market | |||||
| Valladolid Public Market | |||||
| Villamonte Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Cansilayan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cansilayan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cansilayan
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anglo Eye Center | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center Nord Hub | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center, Tindalo Branch | ||
| Medical Plaza | ||
| Negros First Provincial Blood Bank | ||
| Una Konsulta |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cansilayan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our lady's hill | |
| San Isidro Labrador Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cansilayan?
Cansilayan has a population of 3,809 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 107.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cansilayan?
Cansilayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.3 inches.