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Salay, Philippines

Northern Mindanao · Philippines

Salay is a small city in Northern Mindanao, Philippines with a population of 6,428. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

6,428 Population 179/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
89.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Salay

Salay

Salay, officially the Municipality of Salay, is a municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 31,128 people. The town is known for its handmade paper and papercrafts, similar to washi, but made with indigenous fibers.

People

Population6,428
Density179/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain89.9 in/yr
Sunny Days173/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population6,428
Population Density179 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates8.8592°, 124.7892°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceNorthern Mindanao
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation89.9 inches (2,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Salay

Salay is a small city in Philippines (Northern Mindanao) with a population of 6,428. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Salay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 173 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days173 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area35.8 sq mi (92.8 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates8.8592°N, 124.7892°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 89.9"
137% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.12"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

576 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 14, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 135 km
Feb 8, 1990 13 km E of Bacong, Philippines M6.8 100 km
Feb 8, 1990 6 km ESE of Bacong, Philippines M6.6 98 km
Feb 10, 2017 11 km N of Mabua, Philippines M6.5 137 km
Oct 6, 1997 18 km E of Talisay, Philippines M6.5 150 km
Sep 28, 1996 22 km E of San Francisco, Philippines M6.3 146 km
May 23, 1998 6 km WNW of Tabid, Philippines M6.0 142 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 109 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 74 km
Mar 26, 1990 5 km ENE of Jagupit, Philippines M5.9 100 km
Feb 10, 2024 8 km W of Esperanza, Philippines M5.8 88 km
Sep 4, 2016 7 km SE of Causwagan, Philippines M5.8 131 km
Jul 12, 2019 7 km E of Cantilan, Philippines M5.8 147 km
Apr 11, 2017 8 km N of Osias, Philippines M5.8 132 km
Mar 5, 2017 4 km N of Surigao, Philippines M5.7 133 km
Sep 3, 2012 5 km W of NIA Valencia, Philippines M5.7 110 km
Nov 11, 2009 2 km NE of Jabonga, Philippines M5.7 99 km
Oct 8, 2000 7 km WNW of Talisay, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Sep 23, 2017 3 km E of Malinao, Philippines M5.7 144 km
Jun 7, 1999 1 km ESE of Aurora, Philippines M5.7 121 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 2 234 km
2021 Rai Category 5 131 km
2019 Phanfone Category 2 279 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 238 km
2012 Bopha Category 5 77 km
2006 Utor Category 1 282 km
2005 Roke Category 1 238 km
1995 Zack Category 2 194 km
1994 Axel Category 3 233 km
1994 Owen Category 1 156 km
1993 Nell Category 1 127 km
1990 Mike Category 4 172 km
1988 Skip Category 4 263 km
1986 Marge Category 1 115 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 272 km
1984 Ike Category 4 105 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.1 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 PHILIPPINES Earthquake 2.1 m 6 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Camiguin (40 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 40 km
Cabalían Stratovolcano 912 m (2,992 ft) 1820 165 km
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.7 in
March 78°F (26°C) 5.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
September 80°F (26°C) 6.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.1 in Wettest

Salay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.1") and April the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Salay

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salay National High School
Salay Central School
Ili-ilihon Elementary School
Alipuaton Integrated School
Alipuaton Integrated School
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Radio Stations near Salay

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Easy Rock Davao MP3 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Salay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Balingasag Public Market
Balingoan Market
Claverial Public Market
Guinsiliban Public Market
Jasaan Public Market
Medina Public Market
Sagay Public Market
Salay Fish Landing
Salay Public Market

Bus Stations in Salay

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Salay Bus Terminal 1
Salay Bus Terminal 2

Gas Stations in Salay

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petron
Shell

Airports Near Salay

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laguindingan International AirportCGYLarge Airport
Bancasi AirportBXUMedium Airport
Camiguin AirportCGMMedium Airport
Del Monte Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Lumbia AirfieldSmall Airport
Maria Cristina (Iligan) AirportIGNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Joseph the Worker Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
148 m (486 ft)
Area
92.8 km² (35.8 mi²)
Founded
1920
Postal Code
9007
Website
salaymisor.gov.ph/

🇵🇭 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 Salay

What is the population of Salay?

Salay has a population of 6,428 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 35.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Salay?

Salay 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 80°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.9 inches.

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