Santa Cruz, Philippines
Mimaropa · Philippines
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 51,594. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 80°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
Santa Cruz, officially the Municipality of Santa Cruz, is a municipality in the province of Marinduque, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 51,594 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,594 |
| Population Density | 494 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4758°, 122.0275° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Mimaropa |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.2 inches (1,909 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 51,594. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 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 75.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2682 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 104.5 sq mi (270.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 494/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4758°N, 122.0275°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 104 km |
| 1965 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 4.7 m | 355 | 126 km |
| 1911 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,335 | 126 km |
| 1973 | QUEZON | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 15 | 84 km |
| 1889 | MINDORO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 111 km |
| 1937 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | - | 1 | 127 km |
| 1749 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 126 km |
| 1716 | TAAL, LUZON ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Banahaw (89 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Banahaw | Complex | 2,158 m (7,080 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| San Pablo Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | 1350 | 106 km |
| Taal | Caldera | 311 m (1,020 ft) | 2020 | 126 km |
| Laguna Caldera | Caldera | 743 m (2,438 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Isarog | Stratovolcano | 1,966 m (6,450 ft) | -3500 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Cruz
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational System Technological Institute (ESTI) | College | - | , |
| Marinduque State Colleg - Torrijos | College | - | , |
| Marinduque State University | University | - | , |
Schools in Santa Cruz
20 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hupi National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Gabaldon Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz South Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz East Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Balogo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hinapulan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makulapnit Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bangcuangan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kiñaman Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Baliis Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Hupi Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lipa Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Landy National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Cruz North Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Kaganhao Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tapian Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Labo Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Antonio Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilo-kilo National High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum of the Philippines - Marinduque |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boac Public Market | |||||
| Buenavista Municipal Market | |||||
| Gasan Market | |||||
| Mogpog Public Market | |||||
| Torrijos Public Market |
Hotels in Santa Cruz
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Cruz
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Santa Cruz
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Cruz
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marinduque Airport | MRQ | Medium Airport |
| Pagbilao Grande Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pinamalayan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Cruz
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| LBC | |
| Santa Cruz Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Parish |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 51,594 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 494 people per square mile, spread across 104.5 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. Annual rainfall totals 75.2 inches.
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