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Santa Cruz, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Santa Cruz is a small town in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 2,919. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Murcia, officially the Municipality of Murcia, is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 90,123 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,919 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 827 ft (252 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.6338°, 123.0821° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.3 inches (3,689 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 2,919. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet (252 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 827 ft (252 m) |
| Area | 107.8 sq mi (279.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6338°N, 123.0821°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 72 km |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | — | 74 | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mandalagan (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 18 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 25 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Biliran | Compound | 1,301 m (4,268 ft) | 1939 | 187 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and February the driest (2.6").
Schools in Santa Cruz
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin H. Jalandoni, Sr. Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Antawan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Smile Village Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Bacolod | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| DXBH Hope Radio 103.7Mhz | gospel | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Star FM Bacolod | — | MP3 | |
| Radyo Natin Madridejos | cebu, filipino | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Araneta Ledesma House | ||||
| Balay Negrense Museum | ||||
| Balay ni Tana Dikang | ||||
| Benita Jara House | ||||
| Casa Grande (General Aniceto Lacson Ancestral House) | ||||
| Dizon-Ramos Museum | ||||
| Don Bernardino Jalandoni Museum | ||||
| House of Mugs | ||||
| Lizares Mansion | ||||
| Manuel Severino Hofileña House | ||||
| Museo de La Salle | ||||
| Pope John Paul II Tower | ||||
| The Negros Museum | ||||
| Vintage Glasses Museum |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacolod City Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago City College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bago Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| DLNHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fray Luis de Leon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| NOHS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacold City North Public Market | |||||
| Bacolod Public Market | |||||
| Bago City Public Market | |||||
| Bunga Public Market | |||||
| Cansilayan Public Market | |||||
| Codcod Market Place | |||||
| Don Salvador Benedicto Public Market | |||||
| Enrique B. Magalona Public Market | |||||
| Granada Market | |||||
| Guintorilan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| Handumanan Public Market | |||||
| J&MC Market | |||||
| La Carlota Public Market | |||||
| La Granja Public Market | |||||
| Lechonan Country | |||||
| Libertad Public Market | |||||
| Lopez Jaena Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Public Market | |||||
| Ma-ao Sugar Central Public Market | |||||
| Mailum Public Market | |||||
| Midtown Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Monteista Public Market | |||||
| Murcia Tinabu-ay Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros Farmers' Weekend Market | |||||
| Negros First Food Terminal | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Organic Village | |||||
| Sagasa Public Market | |||||
| San Enrique Public Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Satellite Market | |||||
| Silay Public Market | |||||
| Sum-ag Public Market | |||||
| Talisay Public Market | |||||
| Tangub Talipapa | |||||
| Uptown Market | |||||
| Uptown Public Market | |||||
| Villamonte Public Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bantayan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anglo Eye Center | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center Nord Hub | ||
| M3 Dialysis Center, Tindalo Branch | ||
| Medical Plaza | ||
| Negros First Provincial Blood Bank | ||
| Una Konsulta |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 2,919 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 107.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.3 inches.