Santa Cruz, Philippines
Bicol Region · Philippines
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Bicol Region, Philippines with a population of 36,464. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Casiguran, officially the Municipality of Casiguran, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 36,464 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,464 |
| Population Density | 1,084 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.8763°, 124.0566° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Bicol Region |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 128.2 inches (3,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Philippines (Bicol Region) with a population of 36,464. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.5°C), the coldest is Feb (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 3256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 33.6 sq mi (87.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.8763°N, 124.0566°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 148 km |
| 2003 | SAMAR SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 79 km |
| 1925 | PHILIPPINE SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bulusan (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bulusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,535 m (5,036 ft) | 2017 | 12 km |
| Pocdol Mountains | Compound | 1,102 m (3,615 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 114 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 15.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 17.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 19.5 in | Wettest |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 128.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (19.5") and April the driest (5.9").
Schools in Santa Cruz
24 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naagtan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Lourdes Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Olandia Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Togawe Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cabigaan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sangat Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Juan National High School | - | - | - | - |
| San Juan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Pascual Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bagacay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burgos Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulacao National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gogon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Inlagadian Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tigkiw Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Casay Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bentuco National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bentuco Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Escuala Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Del Carmen Memorial High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bulacao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bespren Radio | pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Legazpi | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| OK-FM Sorsogon | - | MP3 73 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorsogon Museum |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulusan Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan Public Market | |||||
| Bulusan Public Market | |||||
| Casiguran Public Market | |||||
| Gubat Public Market | |||||
| Poblacion Castilla Local Market | |||||
| Prieto Diaz Public Market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Santa Magdalena Public Market | |||||
| Sorsogon Public Market |
Hotels in Santa Cruz
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Cruz
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bicol International Airport | DRP | Large Airport |
| Catarman National Airport | CRM | Medium Airport |
| Moises R. Espinosa Airport | MBT | Medium Airport |
| Virac Airport | VRC | Medium Airport |
| Amoroy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacon Community Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bulan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Locale of Inlagadean | |
| San Nicolas de Tolentino Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 36,464 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 33.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 128.2 inches.
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