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Murcia, Philippines

Western Visayas · Philippines

Murcia is a small city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 17,448. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

17,448 Population 162/sq mi density
499 ft Elevation 152 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
145.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Murcia

Murcia

Murcia is a city in south-eastern Spain, and the capital and most populous city of the autonomous community of the Region of Murcia. As of 2024, with a population of 471,982, it is the 7th-largest city in Spain. The total population of the metropolitan area was 672,773 in 2020, covering an urban area of 1,230.9 km2. It is located on the Segura River, in the southeast of the Iberian Peninsula. It has a climate with hot summers, mild winters, and relatively low precipitation.

People

Population17,448
Density162/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain145.3 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Population17,448
Population Density162 / sq mi
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates10.6052°, 123.0417°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceWestern Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation145.3 inches (3,689 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Murcia

Murcia is a small city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 17,448. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Murcia

Murcia has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2672 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 20.1° / 29° 103.4
Feb 24.3°C / 76°F 19.7° / 29.7° 99.7
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 20.3° / 32.3° 57.9
Apr 26.9°C / 80°F 20.4° / 34.2° 100.6
May 27.5°C / 82°F 22.8° / 34.5° 218.6
Jun 26°C / 79°F 22.3° / 31.7° 282.8
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 22.3° / 30° 378.6
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 22.2° / 29.7° 378.4
Sep 25.4°C / 78°F 22.3° / 30.3° 260.9
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 22.4° / 30° 378.8
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 22.1° / 29.5° 175.1
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 21.1° / 29.1° 237.2
Murcia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 145.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area107.8 sq mi (279.2 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates10.6052°N, 123.0417°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 145.3"
282% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

389 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 143 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 70 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 80 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 87 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 115 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 93 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 61 km
Jul 23, 1990 7 km W of Da-an Sur, Philippines M5.6 106 km
Jun 14, 1990 8 km SSW of Manika, Philippines M5.5 117 km
Aug 15, 2016 21 km SE of Bugasong, Philippines M5.4 98 km
May 21, 1992 2 km NNW of Ponong, Philippines M5.4 72 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 108 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 130 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 108 km
Jul 11, 2011 30 km WSW of Maricalom, Philippines M5.3 149 km
Feb 8, 2012 12 km ESE of Hibaiyo, Philippines M5.3 58 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km W of Tampocon, Philippines M5.3 84 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 130 km
Feb 7, 2012 11 km NNW of Minolos, Philippines M5.3 62 km
Jul 11, 2011 22 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M5.3 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

35 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 17 km
2021 Rai Category 4 63 km
2020 Vongfong Category 3 230 km
2020 Molave Category 1 295 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 279 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 128 km
2015 Melor Category 4 249 km
2014 Hagupit Category 3 212 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 98 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 157 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 132 km
2006 Xangsane Category 4 290 km
2006 Utor Category 3 136 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 241 km
2005 Roke Category 1 89 km
2004 Muifa Category 1 290 km
1998 Faith Category 1 160 km
1995 Zack Category 2 22 km
1995 Sibyl Category 2 240 km
1994 Axel Category 2 117 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 70 km
1948 SULU SEA Earthquake 74 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mandalagan (23 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 23 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 24 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 28 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 151 km
Biliran Compound 1,301 m (4,268 ft) 1939 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in Wettest
August 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in
September 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 11.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in

Murcia has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and February the driest (2.6").

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Schools in Murcia

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dizon-Saison Elementary School
Iglau-an Elementary School
B.R. dela Rama Elementary School
Don A.R. Montelibano Elementary School
Murcia East Elementary School
Governor V. Gatuslao Elementary School
Murcia National High School
Murcia Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Murcia

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bombo Radyo Iloilo news AAC
Love Radio Bacolod MP3 64 kbps
105.9 Wild FM hot ac, opm AAC+ 24 kbps
DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz gospel AAC 64 kbps
Star FM Bacolod MP3
Radyo Natin Madridejos cebu, filipino AAC 64 kbps
Love Radio Iloilo MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Murcia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Angel Araneta Ledesma House
Balay Negrense Museum
Balay ni Tana Dikang
Benita Jara House
Casa Grande (General Aniceto Lacson Ancestral House)
Dizon-Ramos Museum
Don Bernardino Jalandoni Museum
House of Mugs
Lizares Mansion
Manuel Severino Hofileña House
Museo de La Salle
Pope John Paul II Tower
The Negros Museum
Vintage Glasses Museum

Libraries in Murcia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bacolod City Public Library0.0
Bago City College Library0.0
Bago City College Library0.0
Bago Public Library0.0
DLNHS Library0.0
DLNHS Library0.0
Fray Luis de Leon Library0.0
NOHS Library0.0
NOHS Library0.0
School Library0.0
School Library0.0
School Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Murcia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bacold City North Public Market
Bacolod Public Market
Bago City Public Market
Bunga Public Market
Canlaon City Public Market (Oval)
Cansilayan Public Market
Codcod Market Place
Don Salvador Benedicto Public Market
Granada Market
Guintorilan Public Market
Handumanan Market
Handumanan Market
Handumanan Market
Handumanan Public Market
Handumanan Public Market
Handumanan Public Market
Hope Public Market
J&MC Market
La Carlota Public Market
La Granja Public Market
Lechonan Country
Libertad Public Market
Lopez Jaena Public Market
Ma-ao Public Market
Ma-ao Sugar Central Public Market
Mailum Public Market
Masulog Public Market
Midtown Public Market
Monteista Public Market
Monteista Public Market
Monteista Public Market
Murcia Tinabu-ay Market
Negros Farmers' Weekend Market
Negros Farmers' Weekend Market
Negros Farmers' Weekend Market
Negros First Food Terminal
Organic Village
Organic Village
Organic Village
Pontevedra Public Market
Pontevedra Seafood Market
Pulupandan Public Market
Sagasa Public Market
San Enrique Public Market
Satellite Market
Satellite Market
Satellite Market
Silay Public Market
Sum-ag Public Market
Tabao Fish Market
Talisay Public Market
Tangub Talipapa
Uptown Market
Uptown Public Market
Valladolid Public Market
Villamonte Public Market

Restaurants in Murcia

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hilltop Restobar

Cafes in Murcia

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

2 Pad 24 Cafe

Gas Stations in Murcia

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citygas 77
Gomez Gas Station
PH #1351052953
Seaoil

Golf Courses in Murcia

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bacolod Golf & Country Club, INC.

Stadiums & Teams in Murcia

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Murcia

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacolod-Silay International AirportBCDLarge Airport
Iloilo International AirportILOLarge Airport
Alvarez AirportSmall Airport
Bantayan AirportSmall Airport
Guimaras AirportSmall Airport
Inampologan Island Private AirstripSmall Airport
Refugio AirstripSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Murcia

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Anglo Eye Center
M3 Dialysis Center Nord Hub
M3 Dialysis Center, Tindalo Branch
Medical Plaza
Negros First Provincial Blood Bank
Una Konsulta

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murcia

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Immaculate Conception Church
Immaculate Conception Church
Lokal ng Murcia, Iglesia ni Cristo
Murcia Evangelical Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
429 m (1,408 ft)
Area
279.1 km² (107.7 mi²)
Postal Code
6129

🇵🇭 About Philippines

Capital Manila
Population 106,651,922
Area 300,000 km²
GDP (USD) $437,055,627,244
GDP per capita $3,804
HDI 0.710
Life expectancy 69.8 years
Internet users 83.8%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency PHP (Peso)
Languages English, Filipino
Calling code +63
TLD .ph
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Philippines

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Bagong Taon
Feb 17 Chinese New Year Chinese New Year
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Huwebes Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Biyernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sabado de Gloria
Apr 9 Day of Valor Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 Labour Day Araw ng Paggawa
Jun 12 Independence Day Araw ng Kalayaan
Aug 21 Ninoy Aquino Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.
Aug 31 National Heroes Day Araw ng mga Bayani
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Eve All Saints' Day Eve
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Araw ng mga Santo
Nov 30 Bonifacio Day Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio
Dec 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Araw ng Pasko
Dec 30 Rizal Day Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal
Dec 31 Last Day of The Year Huling Araw ng Taon

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murcia

What is the population of Murcia?

Murcia has a population of 17,448 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 107.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Murcia?

Murcia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.3 inches.

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