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Candelaria, Philippines

Calabarzon · Philippines

Candelaria is a large city in Calabarzon, Philippines with a population of 137,933. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

137,933 Population 2,767/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
91.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone

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About Candelaria

Candelaria

Candelaria, officially the Municipality of Candelaria, is a municipality in the province of Quezon, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 137,933 people.

People

Population137,933
Density2,767/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain91.8 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population137,933
Population Density2,767 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates13.9311°, 121.4233°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCalabarzon
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation91.8 inches (2,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Candelaria

Candelaria is a large city in Philippines (Calabarzon) with a population of 137,933. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.

Climate in Candelaria

Candelaria has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 3147 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 19.3° / 29.8° 177.8
Feb 24.1°C / 75°F 19.8° / 30.6° 176.5
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 20° / 33° 128.6
Apr 27.5°C / 81°F 21.8° / 35.7° 142.4
May 28.6°C / 83°F 23.8° / 35.9° 173.3
Jun 27.8°C / 82°F 24.2° / 34.5° 290.6
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 24.1° / 33.9° 332.8
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23.9° / 32.3° 216.3
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 23.5° / 33° 281.3
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 23.3° / 32.8° 466.4
Nov 25.9°C / 79°F 22.3° / 31.3° 351.9
Dec 25°C / 77°F 21.3° / 30.4° 409.4
Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 91.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Philippines avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area49.9 sq mi (129.1 km²)
Population Density2,767/sq mi
Coordinates13.9311°N, 121.4233°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.8"
142% above Philippines avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.18"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

849 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Nov 14, 1994 10 km E of Sabang, Philippines M7.1 59 km
Jul 23, 2021 15 km S of Hukay, Philippines M6.7 79 km
Jun 15, 2023 Mindoro, Philippines M6.2 78 km
Aug 11, 2017 1 km SE of Tuy, Philippines M6.2 74 km
Apr 22, 2019 3 km WSW of San Francisco, Philippines M6.1 150 km
May 21, 2022 1 km S of Lian, Philippines M6.1 84 km
Sep 15, 2004 24 km WNW of Looc, Philippines M6.0 114 km
Mar 25, 2010 2 km SW of Tagbak, Philippines M6.0 146 km
Apr 8, 2017 1 km NNW of Mabini, Philippines M5.9 56 km
Oct 21, 2000 15 km W of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 80 km
Feb 20, 1994 9 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 74 km
Mar 29, 1993 Mindoro, Philippines M5.9 118 km
Aug 13, 2021 10 km WNW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.9 74 km
Jul 20, 1996 3 km WNW of Hukay, Philippines M5.9 82 km
Jul 23, 2021 6 km SE of Hukay, Philippines M5.8 75 km
May 12, 2021 10 km SSW of Tingloy, Philippines M5.8 74 km
Mar 1, 2006 7 km NE of Paluan, Philippines M5.8 111 km
Sep 3, 2002 8 km N of Wawa, Philippines M5.8 85 km
Oct 18, 2009 14 km S of Calatagan, Philippines M5.7 87 km
May 10, 1994 12 km NNW of Cabacao, Philippines M5.7 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Fung-wong Category 4 209 km
2024 Man-yi Category 4 194 km
2024 Ewiniar Category 2 90 km
2024 Toraji Category 1 280 km
2022 Noru Category 5 141 km
2021 Conson Category 1 57 km
2020 Goni Category 4 19 km
2020 Vamco Category 3 130 km
2020 Molave Category 2 91 km
2020 Vongfong Category 1 155 km
2019 Kammuri Category 4 84 km
2019 Phanfone Category 3 187 km
2016 Nock-ten Category 4 48 km
2016 Sarika Category 4 194 km
2016 Tokage Category 1 257 km
2015 Melor Category 4 74 km
2015 Koppu Category 4 230 km
2014 Rammasun Category 4 23 km
2014 Hagupit Category 2 215 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 247 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 59 km
1965 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 4.7 m 355 47 km
1911 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical 3.0 m 1,335 47 km
1889 MINDORO ISLAND Earthquake 0.1 m - 66 km
1937 W. LUZON ISLAND Earthquake - 1 64 km
1749 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical - - 47 km
1716 TAAL, LUZON ISLAND Astronomical - - 47 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Banahaw (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Banahaw Complex 2,158 m (7,080 ft) Unknown 17 km
San Pablo Volcanic Field Stratovolcano 1,090 m (3,576 ft) 1350 25 km
Taal Caldera 311 m (1,020 ft) 2020 47 km
Laguna Caldera Caldera 743 m (2,438 ft) Unknown 57 km
Mariveles Stratovolcano 1,388 m (4,554 ft) -2050 121 km
Natib Stratovolcano 1,253 m (4,111 ft) Unknown 141 km
Arayat Stratovolcano 1,026 m (3,366 ft) Unknown 159 km
Pinatubo Stratovolcano 1,486 m (4,875 ft) 1993 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.6 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.0 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in
July 76°F (24°C) 8.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
October 81°F (27°C) 11.2 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 11.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 8.3 in

Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.2") and March the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Candelaria

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Candelaria Elementary School - - - -
Manuel M. Macasaet National High School - - - -
Pahinga Sur Elementary School - - - -
Pahinga Norte Elementary School - - - -
Manuel L. Quezon Elementary School - - - -
Tayabas Western Academy - - - -
Masalukot I Elementary School - - - -
Malabanban Sur Elementary School - - - -
Malabanban Norte Elementary School - - - -
Candelaria Elementary School 1 and 2 - - - -
Masin Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Candelaria

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Clubmix club, dance MP3
iMix Radio dance, disco MP3
Brigada News FM Batangas - MP3 128 kbps
100.7 Love Radio Lucena pop MP3 64 kbps
Rage Music Philippines hiphop, rap MP3
Vibe Radio hiphop, kpop MP3
Radyo Natin Lemery - AAC 64 kbps
Scream Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
Love Radio Lucena - MP3 64 kbps
The Anchor Radio 101.9 gospel AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Candelaria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arsenio Escudero Memorial Museum
Cleanergy Center
Gala-Rodriguez Ancestral House
Governor's Mansion
Governor's Mansion
Museo de San Pablo
Museo ni Cipra 2
Prudencia D. Fule Ancestral House
Riceworld
Sulyap Museum
Tia Maria's Sining at Kultura
Tiaong White House
UPLB Museum of Natural History
UPLB Museum of Natural History

Libraries in Candelaria

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annabelle Rosales Llanes Civic Center and Library0.0
CEAT Library0.0
CEM Library0.0
CFNR Library0.0
CFNR Library0.0
CHE Library0.0
CHE Library0.0
ICS Library0.0
ICS Library0.0
IRRI Library0.0
LRC Learning Hub0.0
LRC Learning Hub0.0
Main Library Extension0.0
Max Bernard Solis Library0.0
MSEUF Library0.0
MSEUF Library0.0
PLSP Library0.0
Rosario Public Library0.0
San Pablo City Library0.0
San Pablo City Library0.0
San Pablo Library Hub0.0
SLSU Library0.0
University Library0.0
University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Candelaria

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
2428 Grocers Corporation (Gina's Store)
Alaminos Public Market
Arnold & Flor Talipapa
Batong Malake Public Market
Bay Public Market
Calauan Public Market
Candelaria Public Market
Dolores Public Market
F.H. Luna Memorial Public Market
Lucban Public Market
Lusacan Wet Market
Majayay Trade Center
Majayjay Public Market
Nagcarlan Public Market
Padre Garcia Public Market
Pamilihang Bayan ng Liliw
Pamilihang Bayan ng Pansol
Pamilihang Bayan ng Rosario
Procy - Satellite Market
Public Market
Public Market
Public Market
Public Market
Rizal Public Market
San Antonio Public Market
San Juan Batangas Public Market
San Miguel Marketplace
San Pablo City Shopping Mall & Market
Sariaya New Fish Section Building
Sariaya Public Market
Taysan Public Market
Tiaong Public Market

Hotels in Candelaria

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grand Central Hotel and Spa

Restaurants in Candelaria

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buddy's
Christina Food House
Dagat Cusina Gubat Restaurant
Goto Candelaria
Hacienda Inn
JIJF Lutong Bahay ni Inay
Pangihan ni Kuya

Cafes in Candelaria

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

But First Coffee
Cuppa Hooch
Escaño-Reyes Kitchenette
Mister Frappe

Clinics in Candelaria

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Candelaria Municipal Health Center
Mother of Grace Polyclinic

Train Stations in Candelaria

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Candelaria

Gas Stations in Candelaria

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BM
Caltex
Caltex
Diesel
Mars Fuel
Nation
Nonstop
PH #659960878
Phoenix
Shell

Banks in Candelaria

11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BDO
BPI
BPI
Chinabank
EastWest Unibank
LANDBANK
LDB
Metrobank
PNB
PSBank
QCRB

Shopping Malls in Candelaria

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

188 Shopping Center

Stadiums & Teams in Candelaria

TeamLeagueDivision
Charles Fuller Baker Memorial Hall

Airports Near Candelaria

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ninoy Aquino International AirportMNLLarge Airport
Danilo Atienza Air BaseSGLMedium Airport
Marinduque AirportMRQMedium Airport
Alabat Island Airport-Small Airport
Balesin Island AirportBSISmall Airport
Basilio Fernando Air Base-Small Airport
Calapan National Airport-Small Airport
Camp Capinpin Airstrip-Small Airport
Manny W Barradas Airstrip-Small Airport
Pagbilao Grande Island Airport-Small Airport
Tuy Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Candelaria

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Candelaria Post Office
LBC

Treatment Centers in Candelaria

18 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bioscan Imaging and Diagnostic Center
Bite Mill Medical
BMA Clinical Laboratory
Capino Medical Clinic
Del Remedio Health Center
DentScan
Dr. Rizalina Reyes Lying-In
Go Ang Sam Anzures EENT Clinic
Honeylyn Kalaw-Fernandez
Kolff Dialysis
Lucena Social Hygiene Clinic
Mission Agape Clinic
Nephro Plus Dialysis Center
Ojeda Skin Clinic
Prime Global Diagnostics and Multispecialty Clinic
Radiance Skin Clinic
Renal Hub Dialysis Center
Sitio Baritan Health Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Candelaria

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia ni Cristo
PublicMarket Chapel
San Pedro Bautista Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Manila
Elevation
91 m (299 ft)
Area
129.1 km² (49.8 mi²)
Founded
1879
Postal Code
4323
Website
candelaria.gov.ph/

Around Candelaria

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 27
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 3
Restaurants 5
Cafes 3
Supermarkets 3
Banks 7
Hotels 1
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Candelaria

12 places within 15 km

🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Kinabuhayan Cave
⛰️ Peaks (2)
  • • Mount Mayabobo
  • • Mount San Cristobal
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Roman Reynoso Ruins
🌄 Viewpoints (8)
  • • Jones Peak
  • • Langkaan Road Peak
  • • Northeast Viewpoint
  • • STA. 95+060
  • • STA. 96+060
  • + 3 more

🇵🇭 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 Candelaria

What is the population of Candelaria?

Candelaria has a population of 137,933 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 2,767 people per square mile, spread across 49.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Candelaria?

Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.8 inches.

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