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Santa Cruz, Philippines
Central Luzon · Philippines
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Central Luzon, Philippines with a population of 66,647. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, officially the Municipality of Santa Cruz, is a municipality in the province of Zambales, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 66,647 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 66,647 |
| Population Density | 394 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7654°, 119.9092° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Luzon |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.3 inches (2,826 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Luzon) with a population of 66,647. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2848 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 169.3 sq mi (438.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7654°N, 119.9092°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1990 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 2,412 | 136 km |
| 1999 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 5 | 18 km |
| 1872 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pinatubo (85 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pinatubo | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | 1993 | 85 km |
| Arayat | Stratovolcano | 1,026 m (3,366 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Natib | Stratovolcano | 1,253 m (4,111 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Mariveles | Stratovolcano | 1,388 m (4,554 ft) | -2050 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 23.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 33.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 18.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 118.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (33.9") and February the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Cruz
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columban College Sta. Cruz | College | — | — |
| Northern Zambales College | College | — | — |
| President Ramon Magsaysay State University - Santa Cruz Campus | University | — | — |
| Ramon Magsaysay Technological University - Candelaria Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| Ramon Magsaysay Technological University - Masinloc Campus | College | — | — |
Schools in Santa Cruz
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Pagatpat Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pamonoran Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lipay High School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz North Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulawon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bangcol Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Almasin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lupa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malabago Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Fernando Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| San Fernando High School – Annex | — | — | — | — |
| Don Marcelo C. Marty High School | — | — | — | — |
| Don Marcelo C. Marty Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98.3 Love Radio Dagupan | pop | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Yes The Best Dagupan | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Iba | filipino, music | AAC 64 kbps | |
| GV 99.1 | hot adult contemporary | MP3 | |
| Star FM Dagupan | — | AAC | |
| Love Radio Dagupan | — | MP3 64 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candelaria Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candelaria Public Market | |||||
| Dasol Public Market | |||||
| Infanta Public Market Dry Goods | |||||
| Infanta Public Market Wet Market | |||||
| Lipay Talipapa | |||||
| Masinloc Public Market | |||||
| New Sta. Cruz Public Market | |||||
| Night market | |||||
| Santa Cruz Market | |||||
| Santa Cruz Public Market |
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Cruz
5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santa Cruz
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Cruz
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clark International Airport / Clark Air Base | CRK | Large Airport |
| Loakan Airport | BAG | Medium Airport |
| Bamban Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Binalonan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cabaluyan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Carmen (Rosales) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cojuangco Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hermana Mayor Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hermana Menor Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Iba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lingayen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nampicuan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Omni Aviation Company (OAC) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| PAL Aviation and Omni Runway | — | Small Airport |
| Poon Coto Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Locale of Santa Cruz | |
| Malabago Church | |
| St. Patrick Chapel | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Santa Cruz
7 places within 15 km
- • Hermana Mayor Lighthouse
- • Mount Bayambang
- • Mount Lacapon
- • Mount Maliang
- • Mount Mangradian
- • Mount Natalisbong
- + 1 more
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Public Holidays in Philippines
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz
What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 66,647 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 394 people per square mile, spread across 169.3 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 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.3 inches.