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Maria Cristina, Philippines
Northern Mindanao · Philippines
Maria Cristina is a small city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 5,540. Elevation: 840 ft (256 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Maria Cristina
Maria Cristina Falls is a waterfall of the Agus River in the Northern Mindanao region of the Philippines. It is sometimes called the "twin falls" as the flow is separated by a rock at the brink of the waterfall. The name come from the Spanish queen, Maria Christina of Austria. It is located 9.3 kilometers away southwest of Iligan City at the boundaries of Barangays Maria Cristina, Ditucalan, and Buru-un. Known for its natural grandeur, the 321.5 feet high waterfall is also the primary source of electric power for the city's industries, being harnessed by the Agus VI Hydroelectric Plant.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,540 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.1660°, 124.2040° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Northern Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 173.4 inches (4,404 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maria Cristina
Maria Cristina is a small city in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 5,540. The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet (256 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 173.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| Area | 1,939.3 sq mi (5,022.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1660°N, 124.2040°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 126 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in |
Maria Cristina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and February the driest (4.2").
Schools in Maria Cristina
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philippine Science High School - Northern Mindanao Campus in Lanao del Norte | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Cristina Falls Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Balo-i National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Cristina Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Pendulunan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Maria Cristina
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rock Davao | — | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Maria Cristina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan Museum of Islamic Arts | ||||
| Macapagal Ancestral House |
Libraries in Maria Cristina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iligan City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| MSU-Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maria Cristina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinaplanon Barangay Market | |||||
| Hinaplanon Barangay Market | |||||
| Iligan City Central Market | |||||
| Kauswagan Public Market | |||||
| Kawit Public Market | |||||
| Linamon Public Market | |||||
| Lugait Public Market | |||||
| Maigo Public Market | |||||
| Manticao Public Market | |||||
| Manticao Wet Market | |||||
| Pala-o Market | |||||
| Sultan Magayong Market | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Talipapa | |||||
| Tambo Public Market | |||||
| Unicity |
Gas Stations in Maria Cristina
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maria Cristina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maria Cristina
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Laguindingan International Airport | CGY | Large Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Pagadian Airport | PAG | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Del Monte Plantation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lumbia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Maria Cristina
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Balo-i Rural Health Unit | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Health Center | ||
| Health Center Purok 6 | ||
| Health Center Purok 6 | ||
| Rogongon Health Center | ||
| Santa Cruz Health Center | ||
| Santiago Barangay Health Center | ||
| Santiago Barangay Health Center | ||
| Tonggo Health Center | ||
| Tonggo Health Center |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Maria Cristina?
Maria Cristina has a population of 5,540 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,939.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maria Cristina?
Maria Cristina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 173.4 inches.