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Candelaria, Cuba

Artemisa · Cuba

Candelaria is a small city in Artemisa, Cuba with a population of 12,675. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

12,675 Population 6,964/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
60.7 in Annual Rain
America / Havana Timezone

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About Candelaria

Candelaria

Candelaria is a municipality and town in the Artemisa Province of Cuba. Before 2011 it was part of Pinar del Río Province. It was founded in 1809, and established as a municipality in 1880.

People

Population12,675
Density6,964/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain60.7 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population12,675
Population Density6,964 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates22.7385°, -82.9595°
TimezoneAmerica/Havana
Country🇨🇺 Cuba
State / ProvinceArtemisa
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation60.7 inches (1,541 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Candelaria

Candelaria is a small city in Cuba (Artemisa) with a population of 12,675. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches. The timezone is America/Havana.

Climate in Candelaria

Candelaria has an average annual temperature of 26.6°C (80°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.2°C), the coldest is Jan (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1438 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.9°C / 73°F 15° / 29° 29.0
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 16.5° / 30.1° 37.0
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 18.5° / 32.1° 59.3
Apr 27.1°C / 81°F 19.9° / 33.6° 77.5
May 28.4°C / 83°F 23.1° / 33.9° 149.6
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 25.1° / 33.1° 269.2
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 25.7° / 33.2° 166.3
Aug 29.2°C / 84°F 26.2° / 33.5° 228.1
Sep 28.8°C / 84°F 24.8° / 33.3° 216.3
Oct 27.3°C / 81°F 22.6° / 32° 84.4
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 20° / 30° 76.0
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 17.3° / 28.9° 45.9
Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above Cuba avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density6,964/sq mi
Coordinates22.7385°N, 82.9595°W
TimezoneAmerica/Havana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.7"
60% above Cuba avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.70"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Jun 29, 2021.

Jun 29, 2021 5 km E of Soroa, Cuba M4.7 6 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Rafael Category 3 27 km
2023 Idalia Category 1 203 km
2022 Ian Category 4 63 km
2021 Ida Category 1 45 km
2018 Michael Category 2 228 km
2017 Irma Category 4 201 km
2010 Paula Category 1 203 km
2008 Gustav Category 4 40 km
2008 Ike Category 2 15 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 87 km
2005 Rita Category 4 154 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 210 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 196 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 254 km
2004 Charley Category 3 37 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 143 km
2002 Lili Category 2 128 km
2001 Michelle Category 4 175 km
1999 Irene Category 1 141 km
1998 Georges Category 2 213 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
April 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 5.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Driest

Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Candelaria

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria
Escuela Primaria José Martí
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Radio Stations near Candelaria

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Candelaria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo municipal
Museo Municipal Manuel Isidro Méndez

Libraries in Candelaria

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Provincial Ciro Redondo0.0

Farmers Markets in Candelaria

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cupet KM 27 y 1/2
Cupet KM 27 y 1/2
Mercado Agropecuario
Mercado Agropecuario
Mercado Industrial Artesanal

Restaurants in Candelaria

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafetería Soroa
Los oluwo
Rey

Cinemas in Candelaria

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cine Soroa

Clinics in Candelaria

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Policlínico Gilberto Marquetti

Train Stations in Candelaria

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Candelaria

Gas Stations in Candelaria

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CU #3879291161
Servicentro Soroa

Breweries in Candelaria

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cerveza dispensada

Stadiums & Teams in Candelaria

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Candelaria

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
José Martí International AirportHAVLarge Airport
Playa Baracoa AirportUPBMedium Airport
Alturas AirportSmall Airport
Artemisa AirportSmall Airport
Batabanó AirportSmall Airport
Branas Agricultural Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Cayajabo AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Libertad AirportSmall Airport
El Caribe AirportSmall Airport
El Francés Agricultural AirportSmall Airport
Güira de Melena AirportSmall Airport
La Asunción Agricultural Aviation AirportSmall Airport
La Cubana Agricultural Aviation AirportSmall Airport
La Francia AirfieldSmall Airport
La Jacuma Agricultural AirfieldSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirportSmall Airport
Los Zagales Agricultural Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Managua AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio de los Baños AirfieldSmall Airport
San Pedro Highway AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Fe AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Candelaria

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correos de Cuba. Candelaria

Treatment Centers in Candelaria

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Sala de Rehabilitación
Sala de Rehabilitación
Sala de Rehabilitación

Churches & Religious Organizations in Candelaria

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Liga Evangélica de Cuba
Iglesia Liga Evangélica de Cuba

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Havana
Elevation
50 m (164 ft)
Area
299.0 km² (115.4 mi²)
Founded
1809

🇨🇺 About Cuba

Capital Havana
Population 11,338,138
Area 110,860 km²
GDP (USD) $107,352,000,000
GDP per capita $9,605
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 78.1 years
Internet users 71.3%
Urban population 77.1%
Currency CUP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +53
TLD .cu
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Cuba

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 Triumph of the Revolution Triunfo de la Revolución
Jan 2 Victory of Fidel Castro Día de Victoria de las Fuerzas Armadas
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Día de los trabajadores
Jul 25 Day before the Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada
Jul 26 Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Día de la Rebeldía Nacional
Jul 27 Day after the Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada
Oct 10 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Candelaria

What is the population of Candelaria?

Candelaria has a population of 12,675 residents and is located in Cuba. The population density is 6,964 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Candelaria?

Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches.

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