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Cauayan, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Cauayan is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 8,855. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cauayan
Cauayan, officially the Municipality of Cauayan, is a municipality and the most populous municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 110,899 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,855 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9718°, 122.6249° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.5 inches (2,577 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cauayan
Cauayan is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 8,855. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 200.8 sq mi (520.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9718°N, 122.6249°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 | 64 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 74 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 13.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 17.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 16.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in |
Cauayan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.5") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Cauayan
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cauayan National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Cauayan Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Columban's Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Alejandro Ombion Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Man-uling Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ma-init Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Villa Luciana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cauayan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARR Radio Tayasan | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cauayan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Center |
Libraries in Cauayan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCO Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Himamaylan Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| HNHS Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cauayan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aguisan Public Market | |||||
| Bantayan Public Market | |||||
| Binalbagan Public Market | |||||
| Camingawan Public Market | |||||
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cauayan Public Market | |||||
| Dancalan Public Market | |||||
| Galicia Public Market | |||||
| Gulijungan Public Market | |||||
| Kabankalan Public Market | |||||
| New Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Old Himamaylan Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Banks in Cauayan
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cauayan
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cauayan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PhlPost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cauayan
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parish Of St. Paul The Apostle |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cauayan
What is the population of Cauayan?
Cauayan has a population of 8,855 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 200.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cauayan?
Cauayan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.5 inches.