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Santa Cruz, Philippines

Mimaropa · Philippines

Santa Cruz is a small city in Mimaropa, Philippines with a population of 9,863. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,863 Population 94/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
75.2 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 in the province of Marinduque, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 51,594 people.

People

Population9,863
Density94/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population9,863
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates13.4758°, 122.0275°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceMimaropa
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.2 inches (1,909 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a small city in Philippines (Mimaropa) with a population of 9,863. 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.

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 200 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area104.5 sq mi (270.8 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates13.4758°N, 122.0275°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.2"
98% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.22"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

606 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 104 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 143 km
Jun 15, 2023 Mindoro, Philippines M6.2 145 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 136 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 123 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 137 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 142 km
Sep 3, 2002 8 km N of Wawa, Philippines M5.8 138 km
Jul 23, 2021 6 km SE of Hukay, Philippines M5.8 143 km
May 12, 2021 10 km SSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.8 128 km
May 22, 2011 14 km WSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.7 138 km
Feb 3, 1993 3 km NNW of Pamplona, Philippines M5.6 114 km
Feb 18, 1996 4 km SE of Balayan, Philippines M5.6 146 km
Apr 3, 2005 9 km NNW of Odala, Philippines M5.6 133 km
Dec 12, 1993 3 km SSW of Mambulo, Philippines M5.6 112 km
Feb 9, 2005 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.5 136 km
Feb 3, 2000 19 km SE of Laiya, Philippines M5.5 53 km
Apr 8, 2017 3 km S of Talaga, Philippines M5.5 121 km
Nov 15, 1994 11 km WSW of Victoria, Philippines M5.5 99 km
Jul 23, 2001 3 km NNE of Hukay, Philippines M5.4 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 203 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 194 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 126 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 298 km
2022 Noru Category 5 177 km
2021 Conson Category 1 36 km
2020 Goni Category 5 31 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 159 km
2020 Molave Category 2 39 km
2020 Vongfong Category 2 75 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 46 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 162 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 12 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 209 km
2015 Melor Category 4 58 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 281 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 58 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 133 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 216 km
2013 Utor Category 4 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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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 (NCES 2022-23 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
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Radio Stations near Santa Cruz

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Santa Cruz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Museum of the Philippines - Marinduque

Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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

Rico's Inn

Restaurants in Santa Cruz

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Etra Restaurant

Clinics in Santa Cruz

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lorena De Luna Ob-Gyne

Dentists in Santa Cruz

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental Clinic
iDent
Robys Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Santa Cruz

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petron

Banks in Santa Cruz

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fair Deal MPC
RCBC

Airports Near Santa Cruz

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marinduque AirportMRQMedium Airport
Pagbilao Grande Island AirportSmall Airport
Pinamalayan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Santa Cruz

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
LBC
Santa Cruz Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Cross Parish

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
131 m (430 ft)
Area
270.8 km² (104.5 mi²)
Founded
1609
Postal Code
4902

🇵🇭 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 9,863 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 94 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. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.2 inches.

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