Mabuhay, Philippines
Zamboanga Peninsula · Philippines
Mabuhay is a small city in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines with a population of 24,296. Elevation: 75 ft (23 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 Mabuhay
Mabuhay is a Filipino greeting, usually expressed as Mabuhay!, which means "long live!". The term is also occasionally used for toasts during celebrations to mean "cheers". It is similar to the Hawaiʻian expression "aloha". It is used in the local hospitality industry to welcome guests, a practice rooted in a 1993 campaign launched by restaurateur Rod Ongpauco to more uniquely welcome foreign visitors to the Philippines.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,296 |
| Population Density | 760 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.4178°, 122.8367° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.6 inches (2,403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mabuhay
Mabuhay is a small city in Philippines (Zamboanga Peninsula) with a population of 24,296. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Mabuhay
Mabuhay has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Jul (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2191 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 32.0 sq mi (82.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.4178°N, 122.8367°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in |
Mabuhay has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 94.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (2.6").
Schools in Mabuhay
16 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malinao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Punawan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abunda Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Caliran Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Roque Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santo Niño Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tumalog Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangkaw-bangkaw Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Catipan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kauswagan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ligaya Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hula-hula Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| J. Luna Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuhay Agro-Industrial High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuhay Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mabuhay National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mabuhay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWR Zamboanga Peninsula | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Mabuhay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imelda Public Market |
Airports Near Mabuhay
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Ipil Airport | IPE | Small Airport |
| Liloy Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malangas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siocon Airport | XSO | Small Airport |
| Sirawai Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Mabuhay?
Mabuhay has a population of 24,296 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 760 people per square mile, spread across 32.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mabuhay?
Mabuhay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 94.6 inches.
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