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Santa Catalina, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Santa Catalina is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 26,457. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catalina
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
Climate
| Population | 26,457 |
| Population Density | 131 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3337°, 122.8637° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.1 inches (2,263 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina is a small city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 26,457. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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 89.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1861 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3337°N, 122.8637°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 83 km |
| 1978 | MINDANAO ISLAND, PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 124 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in |
Santa Catalina has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.2") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Santa Catalina
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Catalina Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Catalina Central Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Catalina National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Lalamonan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manggolod Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kabulakan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aw-a Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Catalina Science Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Santa Catalina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basay Public Market | |||||
| Bayawan Public Market | |||||
| Bonawon Public Market |
Gas Stations in Santa Catalina
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Catalina
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dipolog Airport | DPL | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sipalay (San Jose) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siquijor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Catalina
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Ni Cristo |
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What is the population of Santa Catalina?
Santa Catalina has a population of 26,457 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catalina?
Santa Catalina 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 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.1 inches.