Cayhagan, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Cayhagan is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 73,847. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Cayhagan
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
Climate
| Population | 73,847 |
| Population Density | 206 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.6783°, 122.4335° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.6 inches (2,555 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cayhagan
Cayhagan is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 73,847. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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.
Climate in Cayhagan
Cayhagan has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2012 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 358.6 sq mi (928.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 206/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.6783°N, 122.4335°E |
| 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 | 92 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 112 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
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 |
Cayhagan 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").
Schools in Cayhagan
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nabulao National High School – Cayhagan Extension | - | - | - | - |
| Banag Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cayhagan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Cayhagan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Center |
Farmers Markets in Cayhagan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candoni Public Market | |||||
| Cubay Flea Market | |||||
| Hinoba-an Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Wet Market |
Airports Near Cayhagan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Cayhagan?
Cayhagan has a population of 73,847 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 206 people per square mile, spread across 358.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cayhagan?
Cayhagan 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. Annual rainfall totals 100.6 inches.
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