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Canturay, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Canturay is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,135. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

5,135 Population 14/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
100.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Canturay

Canturay

Sipalay, officially the City of Sipalay, is a component city in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 73,847 people.

People

Population5,135
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain100.6 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population5,135
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates9.7937°, 122.4543°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation100.6 inches (2,555 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Canturay

Canturay is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 5,135. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Canturay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 100.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Philippines avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area361.2 sq mi (935.4 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates9.7937°N, 122.4543°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.6"
165% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

390 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 85 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 44 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 63 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 71 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 68 km
May 12, 1997 43 km SW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.9 98 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 69 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 21 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 135 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 91 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 21 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 127 km
Nov 9, 1996 34 km WSW of Magdalena, Philippines M5.4 96 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 21 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 146 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 43 km
Jul 11, 2011 28 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.3 41 km
Oct 20, 2013 10 km WSW of Loon, Philippines M5.3 136 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 39 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 1 68 km
2021 Rai Category 4 34 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 223 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 179 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 55 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 234 km
2006 Utor Category 3 235 km
2005 Roke Category 1 192 km
1998 Faith Category 1 247 km
1995 Zack Category 2 124 km
1994 Axel Category 1 225 km
1994 Owen Category 1 172 km
1993 Nell Category 1 152 km
1993 Manny Category 1 291 km
1990 Mike Category 4 101 km
1988 Skip Category 3 286 km
1986 Marge Category 1 246 km
1984 Agnes Category 3 201 km
1984 Ike Category 3 79 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 143 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 85 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 105 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (99 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 99 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 101 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 129 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 13.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 17.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 17.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 15.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in

Canturay has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.9") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Canturay

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cansauro Elementary School
Bungabunga Elementary School
Gil Montilla National High School – Binulig Extension
Binulig Elementary School
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Museums in Canturay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Learning Center

Farmers Markets in Canturay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Candoni Public Market
Cauayan Public Market
Cubay Flea Market
Gulijungan Public Market
Hinoba-an Public Market
Public Market
Wet Market

Bus Stations in Canturay

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacolod-Sipalay

Gas Stations in Canturay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HIGH V

Airports Near Canturay

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Canturay

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
7th day adventest
Cansauro Baptist Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
74 m (243 ft)
Area
379.8 km² (146.6 mi²)
Founded
1948
Postal Code
6113
Website
sipalaycity.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 Canturay

What is the population of Canturay?

Canturay has a population of 5,135 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 361.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canturay?

Canturay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.6 inches.

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