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Mataya, Philippines
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao · Philippines
Mataya is a small town in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 3,136. Elevation: 794 ft (242 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mataya
Matayos is a settlement in the Busia County of Kenya's former Western Province. Matayos is a small township of about two thousand inhabitants along the B1 road, sixteen kilometres from the Busia border point, and about two kilometres east of the Sio River bridge. Matayos Division, whose seat is at Matayos centre is a very small borough covering the stretch of about twenty-two kilometres from Korinda junction near Busia town at its extreme west-point to the Rakite stream depression near Bumala junction to the east. The division is home to about eighty-thousand people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,136 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.4711°, 124.3719° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.6 inches (2,656 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mataya
Mataya is a small town in Philippines (Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) with a population of 3,136. The city sits at an elevation of 794 feet (242 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 146 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 151.6 sq mi (392.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.4711°N, 124.3719°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | MORO GULF | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 8,000 | 135 km |
| 1928 | CELEBES SEA | Earthquake | - | 97 | 86 km |
| 1923 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apo (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apo | Stratovolcano | 2,938 m (9,639 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Matutum | Stratovolcano | 2,286 m (7,500 ft) | 1290 | 145 km |
| Leonard Range | Stratovolcano | 1,080 m (3,543 ft) | 120 | 185 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in |
Mataya has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 104.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (4.3").
Farmers Markets in Mataya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamada Public Market | |||||
| City Central Arcade | |||||
| Landasan Wet Market | |||||
| Libungan Public Market | |||||
| Padian | |||||
| Parang Public Market | |||||
| Pigcawayan Public Market | |||||
| Public Market |
Airports Near Mataya
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Central Mindanao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Cotabato (Awang) Airport | CBO | Medium Airport |
| Labo Airport | OZC | Medium Airport |
| Balabagan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Datu Paglas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Digal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lambayong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lurugan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malabang Airport | MLP | Small Airport |
| Maramag Airport | XMA | Small Airport |
| Maria Cristina (Iligan) Airport | IGN | Small Airport |
| Matling Industrial and Commercial Corporation Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain View College Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wao Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mataya
What is the population of Mataya?
Mataya has a population of 3,136 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 151.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mataya?
Mataya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.6 inches.