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Santa Cruz, Philippines

Calabarzon · Philippines

Santa Cruz is a large city in Calabarzon, Philippines with a population of 108,145. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

108,145 Population 4,582/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
83.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, officially the Municipality of Santa Cruz, is a municipality and capital of the province of Laguna, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 126,844 people.

People

Population108,145
Density4,582/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain83.7 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population108,145
Population Density4,582 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates14.2814°, 121.4161°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCalabarzon
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation83.7 inches (2,126 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a large city in Philippines (Calabarzon) with a population of 108,145. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3420 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 19.2° / 29.9° 187.8
Feb 24.1°C / 75°F 19.7° / 30.7° 201.1
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 20.3° / 33.4° 158.3
Apr 27.3°C / 81°F 21.8° / 35.5° 175.3
May 28.3°C / 83°F 23.7° / 36.1° 188.3
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 24.1° / 34.8° 285.9
Jul 26.9°C / 80°F 24° / 32.4° 370.9
Aug 26.7°C / 80°F 23.8° / 31.6° 252.0
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 23.3° / 32.7° 324.8
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 22.9° / 32.3° 472.1
Nov 25.7°C / 78°F 22° / 30.9° 371.4
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 21.2° / 30.1° 431.9
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.7 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area23.6 sq mi (61.1 km²)
Population Density4,582/sq mi
Coordinates14.2814°N, 121.4161°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.7"
120% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.22"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

893 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 92 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 98 km
Jun 15, 2023 Mindoro, Philippines M6.2 95 km
Aug 11, 2017 1 km SE of Tuy, Philippines M6.2 79 km
May 21, 2022 1 km S of Lian, Philippines M6.1 88 km
Apr 22, 2019 3 km WSW of San Francisco, Philippines M6.1 122 km
Sep 15, 2004 24 km WNW of Looc, Philippines M6.0 109 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 77 km
Jul 20, 1996 3 km WNW of Hukay, Philippines M5.9 93 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 94 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 100 km
Jan 10, 2015 5 km NW of Mabayo, Philippines M5.9 137 km
Mar 29, 1993 Mindoro, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 94 km
Sep 3, 2002 8 km N of Wawa, Philippines M5.8 109 km
Jul 23, 2021 6 km SE of Hukay, Philippines M5.8 90 km
Mar 1, 2006 7 km NE of Paluan, Philippines M5.8 134 km
May 12, 2021 10 km SSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.8 100 km
Jun 15, 1991 6 km WSW of Calingcuan, Philippines M5.7 150 km
May 22, 2011 14 km WSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.7 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 179 km
2025 Matmo Category 1 268 km
2025 Co-may Category 1 282 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 163 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 63 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 244 km
2023 Saola Category 4 286 km
2022 Noru Category 5 102 km
2021 Conson Category 1 92 km
2020 Goni Category 4 47 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 92 km
2020 Molave Category 2 127 km
2020 Vongfong Category 1 176 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 122 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 223 km
2018 Yutu Category 4 270 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 87 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 163 km
2016 Tokage Category 1 276 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 191 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1994 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS Earthquake 7.3 m 81 92 km
1965 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 4.7 m 355 55 km
1911 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 3.0 m 1,335 55 km
1889 MINDORO ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m 98 km
1937 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake 1 26 km
1749 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 55 km
1716 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Pablo Volcanic Field (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 22 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 22 km
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 25 km
Taal Caldera 311 m (1,020 ft) 2020 55 km
Mariveles Stratovolcano 1,388 m (4,554 ft) -2050 104 km
Natib Stratovolcano 1,253 m (4,111 ft) Unknown 120 km
Arayat Stratovolcano 1,026 m (3,366 ft) Unknown 125 km
Pinatubo Stratovolcano 1,486 m (4,875 ft) 1993 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 80°F (26°C) 1.4 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.2 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in
December 78°F (25°C) 7.4 in

Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 83.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.2") and February the driest (1.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Santa Cruz

Institution Type Founded Website
Balian Community College College
Balian Community College College
Laguna Maritime Arts and Business College College
Paete Science and Business College College
St. Peter of Alcantara College College

Schools in Santa Cruz

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Santo Angel Central Elementary School
Santa Cruz Integrated National High School – Gatid Extension Campus
Saint Mary's Montessori School
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
Laguna Senior High School
Maranatha Christian Academy
Callos Escolapia Elementary School
Santa Cruz Elementary School
Keystone Learning Center
Santo Angel Sur Elementary School
Santisima Cruz Elementary School
Capitol View Christian School
Santo Angel Norte Elementary School
内湖中华基督教会学校
Silangan Elementary School
Pedro Guevara Memorial National High School
Bagumbayan Elementary School
Laguna Santiago Education Foundation
Patimbao Elementary School
Felicisimo T. San Luis National High School
St. Therese Martin of Lisieux School and Business High School
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Radio Stations near Santa Cruz

51 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Barangay LS 97.1 Manila opm, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
101.7 Your Love FM MP3 128 kbps
Clubmix club, dance MP3
101.1 Yes FM Manila MP3 128 kbps
iMix Radio dance, disco MP3
FMR News Radio 92.3 Manila music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Mellow 94.7 BFM adult contemporary, soft adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Brigada News FM Batangas MP3 128 kbps
106.7 Radyo5 True FM HD news AAC 463 kbps
Eagle FM 95.5 MP3
K5 News FM 101.9 Manila news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
XFM 92.3 Mega Manila music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
FMR Star Radio 101.9 Manila opm, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
MOR Manila 103.5 FM hot ac, opm AAC+ 64 kbps
DepEd Radio Learning English 89.1 FM - HD3 distance learning, educational AAC 140 kbps
100.7 Love Radio Lucena pop MP3 64 kbps
99.5 Campus FM opm, pop MP3 128 kbps
105.9 One FM Manila hot ac, opm MP3 128 kbps
TGON KoolFM 106.7 chr, local news MP3
Rage Music Philippines hiphop, rap MP3
DWDM fm 95.5 adult contemporary, dazzling music MP3
Vibe Radio hiphop, kpop MP3
Radyo Natin Lemery AAC 64 kbps
FM Radio 92.3 Manila music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
DZMV AllTV News Radio 1422 AM news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
RPN DZKB Radyo Ronda 990 AM Manila drama, news AAC+ 56 kbps
AXR Manila MP3 96 kbps
TGON KoolFM 101.9 HD opm, pop AAC+ 64 kbps
DWAV FM RP3 Alert 89.1 - HD2 music, news MP3 128 kbps
Blazin' 105.9 sports, variety MP3 96 kbps
87.5 Republ1ka FM1 HD hot ac, pop MP3 128 kbps
FReSH FM internet radio AAC 64 kbps
DZTV DepEd Radio 1386 AM distance learning, educational MP3 128 kbps
DWDM-fm 95.5 adult contemporary, dazzling music MP3
DWDM Eagle FM 95.5 classics, easy listening MP3
The Anchor Radio 101.9 gospel AAC+ 64 kbps
Scream Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
Love Radio Lucena MP3 64 kbps
DWWW OGG
DWFM 92.3 One Radio HD hot ac, opm MP3 128 kbps
K5 News FM 101.9 FM news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
WXB102 MP3
DWAV FM RP3 Alert 89.1 music, news MP3 128 kbps
PGRP Radio MP3
DZAR Radyo Ronda Plus 1026 AM news AAC 463 kbps
TGON News Radio 99.5 FM news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
TGON koolFM 99.5 chr, local news AAC+ 64 kbps
FMR Radyo Partido 99.5 - HD3 news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
AFN 360 Global Gravity 89.1 FM - HD1 variety MP3 96 kbps
Filipino Music Central added by redbullet28 MP3
DZTM One Radyo 1026 AM news AAC 463 kbps

Museums in Santa Cruz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cleanergy Center
Los Baños Museum
Los Baños Museum
Museo de San Pablo
Museo ni Cipra 2
Old Heritage House
Pila Museum
Poblete Museum
Prudencia D. Fule Ancestral House
Riceworld
Rizal Shrine
Rizal Shrine
Sulyap Museum
Tia Maria's Sining at Kultura
UPLB Museum of Natural History
UPLB Museum of Natural History

Libraries in Santa Cruz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annabelle Rosales Llanes Civic Center and Library0.0
Cardona Municipal Library0.0
Cavinti Municipal Library0.0
CEAT Library0.0
CEM Library0.0
CFNR Library0.0
CFNR Library0.0
CHE Library0.0
CHE Library0.0
Gabaldon Building0.0
ICS Library0.0
ICS Library0.0
IRRI Library0.0
LRC Learning Hub0.0
LRC Learning Hub0.0
Luisiana Municipal Library0.0
Main Library Extension0.0
PLSP Library0.0
San Damino Library - Tiberiade Foundation Inc0.0
San Pablo City Library0.0
San Pablo City Library0.0
San Pablo Library Hub0.0
SLSU Library0.0
University Library0.0
University Library0.0
Vicar Farm0.0
Vicar Farm0.0
Virginia S. San Luis Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
2428 Grocers Corporation (Gina's Store)
Alaminos Public Market
Arnold & Flor Talipapa
Baras New Public Market
Baras Public Market
Batong Malake Public Market
Bay Public Market
Binangonan Public Market
Calauan Public Market
Cardona Public Market
Cavinti Public Market
Dunkin Donut
Famy Public Market
Los Baños Public Market
Lucban Public Market
Luisiana Public Market
Lumban Public Market
Mabitac Public Market
Majayay Trade Center
Majayjay Public Market
Mario and Maria Store/Eatery
Morong Public Market
Nagcarlan Public Market
New Public Market
Paete Public Market
Pagsanjan Public Market
Pamilihang Bayan ng Liliw
Pamilihang Bayan ng Pansol
Pangil Public Market
Pantok-Palangoy Public Market
Pila Public Market
Pililia Public Market
Plaza
Rizal Public Market
San Pablo City Shopping Mall & Market
Santa Cruz Public Market
Santa Maria Public Market
Siniloan Public Market
Siniloan Public Market
Talipapa
Talipapa
Tanay Public Market

Hotels in Santa Cruz

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asia Blooms Hotel
Grove Hotel and Resort
Lipski Resort
Pleasant View Hotel
Traders Inn

Restaurants in Santa Cruz

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ala Eh Tonios Burger
Aurora Cuisine
Columbia Restaurant
Dok Adi
Edsan Catering Services
Irish Lloyds Bistro
Lugaw Queen
Lugaw Republic
Manings Binalot
Max's Restaurant
Nanot's
Nanots
Oro Food House
Tita Lyn's
Walstik ni Doki

Cafes in Santa Cruz

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Boss
Caffesha
Cakefrost
Churrolateria
Driptea
Figaro
Infinitea
Jookins Cafe
Maria Ela Cafe
Queso

Monuments in Santa Cruz

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Juan Cailles

Clinics in Santa Cruz

11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AMC Cat and Dog Bites Clinic
Bagumbayan Barangay Health Center
DentScan
Dra. Eva P Sanchez Pediatric Clinic
Immanuel Building
Multispecialty Medical Clinic
PH #1248713946
PH #1376044787
San Pablo Norte Rural Health Unit
Skin Clinic and Facial Care Center
University Clinic

Dentists in Santa Cruz

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1
Alora Ortho-Dental Clinic
Asinas Dental Clinic
Maurene Tolentino
Tumang - San Juan Dental Clinic
Villanueva Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Santa Cruz

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PH #1809699805

Gas Stations in Santa Cruz

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Full Tank
Pergas
Petron
Phoenix
Phoenix Super LPG
Seaoil
Shell
Shell Express
Smartgas

Banks in Santa Cruz

22 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asia United Bank
BDO
BPI
Card MRI Rizal Bank
Cavinti Rural Bank
China Bank Savings
Chinabank
DBP
EastWest Unibank
First Rural Farmers Bank
Landbank
Landbank
Landbank
Landbank
Metrobank
PNB
PNB
PNB
PSBank
RCBC
RCBC
SeaBank Philippines Inc. (A Rural Bank)

Shopping Malls in Santa Cruz

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SunStar Mall
Sunstar Mall

Gyms in Santa Cruz

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexis Gym

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz

TeamLeagueDivision
Charles Fuller Baker Memorial Hall

Airports Near Santa Cruz

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ninoy Aquino International AirportMNLLarge Airport
Danilo Atienza Air BaseSGLMedium Airport
Alabat Island AirportSmall Airport
Balesin Island AirportBSISmall Airport
Basilio Fernando Air BaseSmall Airport
Camp Capinpin AirstripSmall Airport
Manny W Barradas AirstripSmall Airport
Pagbilao Grande Island AirportSmall Airport
Plaridel AirportSmall Airport
Tuy AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Santa Cruz

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
LBC
Santa Cruz Post Office

Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz

19 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bioscan Imaging and Diagnostic Center
Bite Mill Medical
BMA Clinical Laboratory
Capino Medical Clinic
Del Remedio Health Center
DentScan
Dr. Aldy Reyes Buan-Lazaro Medical Clinic: Internal Medicine
Dr. Aldy Reyes Buan-Lazaro Medical Clinic: Internal Medicine
Dr. Rizalina Reyes Lying-In
Go Ang Sam Anzures EENT Clinic
Honeylyn Kalaw-Fernandez
Kolff Dialysis
Mission Agape Clinic
Nephro Plus Dialysis Center
Ojeda Skin Clinic
Prime Global Diagnostics and Multispecialty Clinic
Qui Medicus
Radiance Skin Clinic
Renal Hub Dialysis Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz

25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACCF Church
Christian Bible Baptist Church
Church of Jesus Christ
Glorious Fountain of Life Christian Fellowship
Iglesia Ni Cristo
Iglesia Ni Cristo
Iglesia Ni Cristo
Immaculate Conception Parish
Ina ng Awa Chapel
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Locale of Bubukal
New Christ the King Chapel
Old Christ the King Chapel
Pentecostal Missionary Church of Christ (4th Watch)
Philippine Independent Church
Philippine Outreach for Christ Church
San Roque
Santa Cruz Baptist Church
Santo Angel Chapel
Seventh Day Adventist
St. Joseph the Worker
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
UCCP Santa Cruz
United Church of Christ in the Philippines
United Evangelist Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
12 m (39 ft)
Area
38.6 km² (14.9 mi²)
Founded
1602
Postal Code
4009
Mayor
Ariel Magcalas

Around Santa Cruz

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 44
Hospitals 10
Pharmacies 20
Restaurants 38
Cafes 13
Bars 6
Supermarkets 10
Banks 24
Hotels 11
Parks 12
Police Stations 2
Fire Stations 2
Places of Worship 32

Things to See Near Santa Cruz

9 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (1)
  • • Caliraya Mini Beach
🖼️ Galleries (1)
  • • Museo Ac-ac
⛰️ Peaks (5)
  • • Bayaguitos
  • • Bundok Halang
  • • Mount Landing
  • • Mount Pingas
  • • Mount Sembrano
🌄 Viewpoints (2)
  • • View of Hulugan Falls
  • • View of Mt Banahaw

🇵🇭 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 Santa Cruz

What is the population of Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a population of 108,145 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 4,582 people per square mile, spread across 23.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.7 inches.

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