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Tanjay, Philippines

Central Visayas · Philippines

Tanjay is a mid-size city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 84,593. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

84,593 Population 820/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Tanjay

Tanjay

Tanjay, officially the City of Tanjay, is a component city in the province of Negros Oriental, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 84,593 people.

People

Population84,593
Density820/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain81.3 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population84,593
Population Density820 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates9.5162°, 123.1580°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation81.3 inches (2,065 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tanjay

Tanjay is a mid-size city in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 84,593. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Tanjay

Tanjay has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1861 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.5°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.7° 112.5
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 21.8° / 30.1° 94.1
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 22.6° / 31.3° 66.7
Apr 27.7°C / 82°F 22.9° / 32.8° 65.5
May 28.3°C / 83°F 24.7° / 33.4° 132.5
Jun 27.2°C / 81°F 24.2° / 32° 175.6
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 23.9° / 30.3° 235.2
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 23.7° / 30.8° 203.0
Sep 26.5°C / 80°F 23.7° / 30.7° 165.6
Oct 26.6°C / 80°F 23.8° / 30.6° 250.5
Nov 26.5°C / 80°F 23.8° / 30.1° 164.8
Dec 26°C / 79°F 22.9° / 29.9° 195.0
Tanjay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Philippines avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area103.1 sq mi (267.1 km²)
Population Density820/sq mi
Coordinates9.5162°N, 123.1580°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.3"
114% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.38"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

518 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 21, 2025.

Oct 15, 2013 4 km SE of Sagbayan, Philippines M7.1 113 km
Feb 6, 2012 2 km NNE of Jimalalud, Philippines M6.7 54 km
Jul 11, 2011 33 km WSW of Cayhagan, Philippines M6.4 108 km
May 15, 2014 51 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M6.3 121 km
Feb 6, 2012 0 km NW of Amdos, Philippines M6.0 42 km
May 20, 2017 25 km S of Alburquerque, Philippines M6.0 89 km
Jul 11, 2003 54 km WSW of Alim, Philippines M5.9 124 km
Jul 1, 2019 48 km S of Valencia, Philippines M5.9 120 km
Feb 6, 2012 6 km WNW of Tiguib, Philippines M5.8 35 km
Nov 14, 2012 1 km W of Kaliling, Philippines M5.7 91 km
Oct 15, 2013 11 km W of Loon, Philippines M5.7 66 km
Feb 6, 2012 3 km WNW of McKinley, Philippines M5.6 65 km
Oct 15, 2013 4 km E of Buenavista, Philippines M5.6 126 km
Dec 18, 1991 39 km SSE of Alburquerque, Philippines M5.5 104 km
Feb 26, 2004 9 km NNW of Josefina, Philippines M5.5 142 km
Nov 15, 2001 10 km SSE of Candoni, Philippines M5.4 62 km
Jul 12, 2011 13 km WSW of Sipalay, Philippines M5.4 97 km
Jun 9, 2014 30 km WNW of Linaon, Philippines M5.4 122 km
Apr 28, 1992 50 km NW of Matangad, Philippines M5.4 120 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km NNW of Dumingag, Philippines M5.3 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Kalmaegi Category 2 121 km
2021 Rai Category 4 67 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 244 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 196 km
2012 Bopha Category 3 60 km
2008 Fengshen Category 3 246 km
2006 Utor Category 3 254 km
2005 Roke Category 1 169 km
1998 Faith Category 1 280 km
1995 Zack Category 2 144 km
1994 Axel Category 2 225 km
1994 Owen Category 1 128 km
1993 Nell Category 1 134 km
1990 Mike Category 4 122 km
1988 Skip Category 4 265 km
1986 Marge Category 1 174 km
1984 Agnes Category 4 221 km
1984 Ike Category 4 81 km
1982 Nelson Category 3 140 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuernos de Negros (30 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Cuernos de Negros Complex 1,862 m (6,109 ft) Unknown 30 km
Kanlaon Stratovolcano 2,435 m (7,989 ft) 2017 100 km
Mandalagan Complex 1,885 m (6,184 ft) Unknown 127 km
Silay Stratovolcano 1,510 m (4,954 ft) Unknown 140 km
Camiguin Stratovolcano(es) 1,552 m (5,092 ft) 1953 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 2.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 11.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
November 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in

Tanjay has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.4") and February the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Tanjay

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Immaculate Heart Academy - - - -
Plaza Central School - - - -
Jose Rotea Memorial Elementary School - - - -
Tambacan Elementary School - - - -
Obogon Elementary School - - - -
Tanjay High School (Legislated) - - - -
Jacinto Aguilar Elementary School - - - -
Ilaud Elementary School - - - -
Luca Elementary School - - - -
Luca High School - - - -
Tanjay City South Central School - - - -
Tanjay City Science High School - - - -
Tanjay National High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tanjay

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Natin Argao - AAC 64 kbps
STARR Radio Tayasan - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tanjay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cata-al World War Ⅱ Museum
Museo Vicente
National Museum of the Philippines - Dumaguete
Rodolfo B. Gonzales Museum of Natural History
Silliman Anthropology Museum
Whale Bone Museum

Libraries in Tanjay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amlan Municipal Library0.0
Balili Barangay Library0.0
Dumaguete City Public Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Negros Oriental Library Hub0.0

Farmers Markets in Tanjay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alegria Public Market
Amlan Public Market
Bagacay Farmers' Market
Bais City Public Market
Bindoy Public Market
Daro Satellite Market
Dumaguete City Public Market
Fish Market
Fish With Debones Service
Lumbangan Public Market
Mabinay Public Market
Malabuyoc Public Market
Mangnao Wet Market
Manjuyod Public Market
Pamplona New Public Market
Pantao Public Market
Samboan Public Market
San Jose Public Market
Santander Public Market
Sibulan Public Market
Talaptap Sunday Farmer's Market
Tanjay Public Market
Valencia Public Market

Hotels in Tanjay

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Residencia
Melania Garden Hotel and Resort

Gas Stations in Tanjay

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas & Go
Petro Gazz
Petron
PH #1236050226

Banks in Tanjay

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Savings Bank
EastWest Rural Bank
PNB
Rural Bank of Tanjay

Airports Near Tanjay

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bohol-Panglao International AirportTAGMedium Airport
Sibulan AirportDGTMedium Airport
Alvarez Airport-Small Airport
Basay Emergency Airport-Small Airport
Sipalay (San Jose) Airport-Small Airport
Siquijor Airport-Small Airport
Tambo Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tanjay

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
March of Faith Church Tugas
Saint James Parish Church
San Isidro Chapel
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
209 m (686 ft)
Area
267.1 km² (103.1 mi²)
Postal Code
6204

Around Tanjay

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 20
Pharmacies 2
Supermarkets 2
Banks 2
Hotels 2
Parks 2
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Tanjay

4 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (1)
  • • Salama Beach
🗼 Lighthouses (2)
  • • Amlan Lighthouse
  • • Dacu Lighthouse
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Torres

🇵🇭 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 Tanjay

What is the population of Tanjay?

Tanjay has a population of 84,593 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 820 people per square mile, spread across 103.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tanjay?

Tanjay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.

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