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Nagbalaye, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Nagbalaye is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,108. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

5,108 Population 15/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
88.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Nagbalaye

Nagbalaye

Santa Catalina, officially the Municipality of Santa Catalina, is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 80,382 people.

People

Population5,108
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain88.0 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population5,108
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates9.2492°, 122.8759°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation88.0 inches (2,234 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nagbalaye

Nagbalaye is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 5,108. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Nagbalaye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area344.3 sq mi (891.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates9.2492°N, 122.8759°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.0"
131% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

445 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 91 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 82 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 91 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 119 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 75 km
May 13, 1994 6 km SW of Balagon, Philippines M5.9 146 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 92 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 145 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 67 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 108 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km WNW of Kalawit, Philippines M5.7 146 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 93 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 101 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 132 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 128 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 59 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 136 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 81 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 119 km
Oct 16, 2013 6 km SW of Bood, Philippines M5.3 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 134 km
2021 Rai Category 4 103 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 279 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 235 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 42 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 281 km
2006 Utor Category 1 287 km
2005 Roke Category 1 210 km
1995 Zack Category 2 173 km
1994 Axel Category 2 264 km
1994 Owen Category 1 170 km
1993 Nell Category 1 175 km
1990 Mike Category 4 157 km
1986 Marge Category 1 213 km
1984 Ike Category 4 118 km
1984 Agnes Category 3 253 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 180 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 91 km
1978 MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES Earthquake 0.0 m 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 32 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 132 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 161 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 174 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
July 80°F (26°C) 13.7 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in
September 80°F (26°C) 12.0 in
October 80°F (26°C) 12.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
December 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in

Nagbalaye has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Nagbalaye

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nagbalaye High School
Nagbalaye Elementary School
Jagna Elementary School
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Farmers Markets in Nagbalaye

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Basay Public Market
Bayawan Public Market
Bonawon Public Market
Pamplona New Public Market
Siaton Public Market

Airports Near Nagbalaye

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dipolog AirportDPLMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Basay Emergency AirportSmall Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) AirportSmall Airport
Siquijor AirportSmall Airport
Tambo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
164 m (538 ft)
Area
523.1 km² (201.9 mi²)
Founded
1947
Postal Code
6220

🇵🇭 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 Nagbalaye

What is the population of Nagbalaye?

Nagbalaye has a population of 5,108 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 344.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nagbalaye?

Nagbalaye has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.0 inches.

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