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Candelaria, Puerto Rico
Toa Baja · Puerto Rico
Candelaria is a small city in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico with a population of 17,631. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Candelaria
Candelaria is a barrio in the municipality of Toa Baja, Puerto Rico. Its population in 2010 was 23,343.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,631 |
| Population Density | 5,877 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4041°, -66.2088° |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico |
| Country | 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico |
| State / Province | Toa Baja |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (969 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Candelaria
Candelaria is a small city in Puerto Rico (Toa Baja) with a population of 17,631. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is America/Puerto_Rico.
Climate in Candelaria
Candelaria has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1483 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Puerto Rico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,877/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4041°N, 66.2088°W |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.2 m (50 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1867 | VIRGIN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 15.2 m | 24 | 130 km |
| 1918 | PUERTO RICO: MONA PASSAGE | Eruption + Earthquake | 6.1 m | 144 | 108 km |
| 1868 | VIRGIN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 122 km |
| 2020 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 4 | 81 km |
| 1918 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | — | — | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 6.6 in |
Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (3.1").
Schools in Candelaria
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Antonia Sáez Irizarry | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ernesto Juan Fonfrias | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Martín García Giusti | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Aurelio Pérez Martínez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela María J. Corredor Rivera | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ernesto Juan Fonfrías | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Virgilio Dávila | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Candelaria
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Casa Pueblo | community news, environment | MP3 48 kbps | |
| WRPG-DB Pura Gracia | cristiana, musica cristiana | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WKAQ 580 | news | AAC+ 63 kbps | |
| Hot 102 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| LA X | — | OGG 48 kbps | |
| Fidelity 95.7 | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Echo 355 | acustic, alternative | MP3 | |
| WPAB 550 PONCE | spanish pop, spanish talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WAPA RADIO | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| OldiVille | 70 80 hits, 70s disco | MP3 | |
| Isla Rock | rock en espanol | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La X 100.7 FM | pop, reggaeton | OGG 48 kbps | |
| Radio Isla 1320 AM (WSKN 1320 AM) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WIAC 740 AM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Candelaria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arqueología Indígena | ||||
| Arqueología Indígena | ||||
| Ballajá Barracks | ||||
| Biblioteca Museo Casa Natal de Luis Muñoz Rivera | ||||
| Caparra Ruins Museum | ||||
| Caparra Ruins Museum | ||||
| Casa de los Contrafuertes | ||||
| Casa de los Contrafuertes | ||||
| Casa del Trovador Luis Miranda Fernández "Pico de Oro" | ||||
| Casa Museo Aurora | ||||
| Casa Museo Felisa Rincón de Gautier | ||||
| Casa Museo Felisa Rincón de Gautier | ||||
| Casa Museo Rafael Martinez Nadal | ||||
| Centro Criollo de Ciencia y Tecnología del Caribe (C3Tec) | ||||
| De Aventura con Ventura Barnés | ||||
| De Aventura con Ventura Barnés | ||||
| EcoExploratorio | ||||
| EcoExploratorio | ||||
| Francisco Oller Art and History Museum | ||||
| Francisco Oller Art and History Museum | ||||
| Galería Nacional | ||||
| Guaynabo Museum of History | ||||
| José Celso Barbosa Museum | ||||
| José Celso Barbosa Museum | ||||
| La Casa del Libro | ||||
| La Casa del Libro | ||||
| MUSAN | ||||
| MUSAN | ||||
| Museo Archivo De Bayamón | ||||
| Museo Archivo De Bayamón | ||||
| Museo Casa Blanca | ||||
| Museo Casa Blanca | ||||
| Museo Casa Blanca | ||||
| Museo Casa Blanca | ||||
| Museo de Arquelogía Indígena | ||||
| Museo de Arquelogía Indígena | ||||
| Museo de Arte | ||||
| Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico | ||||
| Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Puerto Rico | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Bayamón | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Bayamón | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico | ||||
| Museo de Arte y Diseño de Miramar MADMi | ||||
| Museo de Arte y Diseño de Miramar MADMi | ||||
| Museo de Artes Populares | ||||
| Museo de Bellas Artes | ||||
| Museo de Biologia | ||||
| Museo de Biologia | ||||
| Museo de Caguas | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Físicas | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Físicas | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Naturales | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Naturales | ||||
| Museo de Geología | ||||
| Museo de Geología | ||||
| Museo de Historia del Arte | ||||
| Museo de Historia del Arte | ||||
| Museo de Historia, Antropología y Arte de la UPR | ||||
| Museo de la Memoria | ||||
| Museo de la Memoria | ||||
| Museo de las Américas | ||||
| Museo de las Américas | ||||
| Museo de Reproducciones Artísticas | ||||
| Museo de Reproducciones Artísticas | ||||
| Museo de San Juan | ||||
| Museo del Deporte Cagüeño Dr. Emigdio "Millo" Buonomo Morales | ||||
| Museo del Deporte de Gurabo | ||||
| Museo del Deporte de Puerto Rico | ||||
| Museo del Mar | ||||
| Museo del Mar | ||||
| Museo del Niño de Carolina | ||||
| Museo del Tabaco | ||||
| Museo Histórico Profesora Fe Leonor Borges | ||||
| Museo Militar | ||||
| Museo Militar | ||||
| Museo y Escuela de Arte Marcos Juan Alegría Valle | ||||
| Museum of Transportation | ||||
| Pabellón Aeroespacial | ||||
| Pabellón Aeroespacial | ||||
| Pabellón de la Transportación | ||||
| Pabellón de la Transportación | ||||
| Pabellón de las Telecomunicaciones y Océano | ||||
| Pabellón de las Telecomunicaciones y Océano | ||||
| Sala de la Estación del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Terrarios del Parque | ||||
| Terrarios del Parque |
Libraries in Candelaria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Conrado F. Asenjo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Administración de Empresas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Electrónica Estudia Conmigo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Electrónica Josefa "Pepa" Bruno Oquendo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Electrónica Julia M. Chéverez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escritor Emilio Díaz Valcárcel | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escuela de Derecho | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escuela de Derecho | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca HURRA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca HURRA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José M. Lázaro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Juan de Valdés | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Juan de Valdés | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Legislativa Tomás Bonilla Feliciano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Legislativa Tomás Bonilla Feliciano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Legislativa Tomás Bonilla Feliciano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca María Teresa Guevara | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca María Teresa Guevara | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Prof. Rafael Picó Santiago | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Prof. Rafael Picó Santiago | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública José Emilio González | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UCC | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UCC | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UPRC | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Virtual Dr. Rafael Marcano Blanco | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Maestra Daisy Muñoz Rodríguez | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jesús T. Piñero Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Metropolitan Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Metropolitan Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Presbyterian Community Hospital Learning Resources Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Presbyterian Community Hospital Learning Resources Center | 0.0 | |||||
| San Juan Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Candelaria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Distribución WIC | |||||
| Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra | Placita Roosevelt, Calle Federico Calder | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Sun: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| El Canario Mini Colmado | |||||
| El Jibarito | |||||
| El Jibarito | |||||
| El Mercado de Bayamón | |||||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| EL MERCADO FAMILIAR | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | |||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Resuelve Mini Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Luna Market | |||||
| Luna Market | |||||
| Luna Market | |||||
| Luna Mini Market | |||||
| Luna Mini Market | |||||
| Mercado Agricola Natural Viejo San Juan | 150 Norzagaray St | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Mercado Agrícola Natural Viejo San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Agrícola Natural Viejo San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Agrícola Natural Viejo San Juan | |||||
| Narranjito farmers market group 787-544-3311 | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Sat: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM; | Yes | ||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado de Río Piedras Rafael Hernández Marín | |||||
| Plaza del Mercado Héctor "Joy" Sandín | |||||
| Trapiche, Camisetas y Algo Más | |||||
| Vegano Don Juan Import Inc. | |||||
| W.I.C. |
Restaurants in Candelaria
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Candelaria
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Candelaria
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Candelaria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fábrica de Sangría y Barra STGRIA | ||||
| Fábrica de Sangría y Barra STGRIA | ||||
| Fábrica de Sangría y Barra STGRIA | ||||
| La Esquinita | ||||
| La Esquinita | ||||
| La Esquinita |
Stadiums & Teams in Candelaria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Coliseíto Pedrín Zorilla | ||
| Coliseo Roberto Clemente Walker | ||
| Estadio Guillermo Montañez | ||
| Estadio Hiram Bithorn Sosa | ||
| Estadio Juan Ramón Loubriel | ||
| Estadio Municipal Rafael "Tato" Joglar Solís | ||
| Estadio Pedro "Perucho" Cepeda | ||
| Estadio Sixto Escobar |
Airports Near Candelaria
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Munoz Marin International Airport | SJU | Large Airport |
| Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport | ARE | Medium Airport |
| Antonio Rivera Rodriguez Airport | VQS | Medium Airport |
| Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport | SIG | Medium Airport |
| José Aponte de la Torre Airport | NRR | Medium Airport |
| Mercedita International Airport | PSE | Medium Airport |
| Adjuntas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cocal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuylers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dr Hermenegildo Ortiz Quinones Airport | HUC | Small Airport |
| Fort Allen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Isabel Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Candelaria
90 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Auxilio Mutuo Pediátrico | ||
| Beautiful Body Esthetic & Spa | ||
| Beautiful Body Esthetic & Spa | ||
| Bianca Pucchi | ||
| Caribbean 12-Step | ||
| CDT Asociacion De Maestros De Puerto Rico | ||
| CDT Asociacion De Maestros De Puerto Rico | ||
| CDT Caribbean Medical Testing Center (Cmt) | ||
| CDT Caribbean Medical Testing Center (Cmt) | ||
| CDT De Toa Alta Bo Pinas | ||
| CDT GMSP, Inc. | ||
| CDT GMSP, Inc. | ||
| CDT Medicina Familiar Minillas | ||
| CDT Programa SIDA de San Juan | ||
| CDT Toa Alta Cura | ||
| Centro Clínico Serrano | ||
| Centro de Certificaciones Médicas | ||
| Centro De Diagnostico Y Tratamiento Eulalia Kuilan - Cataño - | ||
| Centro De Diagnostico Y Tratamiento Eulalia Kuilan - Cataño - | ||
| Centro de Neurodiagnóstico | ||
| Centro Digestivo Pediátrico del Caribe | ||
| Clinica Borinquen Medical Services | ||
| Clínica de Subespecialistas Pediátricos | ||
| Clinica Externas Administracion De Servicio | ||
| Clinica Externas Administracion De Servicio | ||
| Clínica Medicina Preventiva | ||
| Clinica Veterinaria | ||
| Condado MRI | ||
| Corporación del Fondo de Seguro del Estado | ||
| Corporación del Fondo de Seguro del Estado | ||
| CPF Celeste Zalduondo | ||
| CSM Integrados CDT | ||
| CSM Integrados CDT | ||
| Dra. Gabriela Pabón | ||
| Dra. Milagros Fernández | ||
| Eden Esthetics | ||
| Fondita de Jesús | ||
| Fondita de Jesús | ||
| Gastro 2000 | ||
| Ginecología y Uroginecología Dra. Daniela Carlos | ||
| Grupo Fisiátrico | ||
| Guaynabo ASG, Inc. | ||
| Guaynabo ASG, Inc. | ||
| Health South Rehabilitation Of PR | ||
| Health South Rehabilitation Of PR | ||
| Hoffa Medical Center | ||
| Hope Women's Clinic | ||
| Hope Women's Clinic | ||
| Hope Women's Clinic | ||
| Hospital Panamericano de San Juan | ||
| Instituto de Arritmia de Puerto Rico | ||
| Instituto de Rehabilitación del Caribe | ||
| Integrated Community Health System | ||
| Integrated Community Health System | ||
| Laboratiorio Borinquen | ||
| Laboratorio Borinquen | ||
| Laboratorio Borinquen | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico Adamar | ||
| Laboratorio Clínico del Parque | ||
| Laboratorio Clínico Las Colinas | ||
| Laboratorio Clínico Muñoz Rivera | ||
| Laboratorio Miramar | ||
| Laboratorio Miramar | ||
| MedChic | ||
| Medical Oftalmic Laser | ||
| Medical Oftalmic Laser | ||
| MetroAid Ambulance | ||
| MetroAid Ambulance | ||
| Metropolitan Community Clinic | ||
| MMM Multiclínica | ||
| Natural Health Clinic | ||
| Nueva Figura | ||
| Numed | ||
| Numed | ||
| Ojos Day Surgery Center | ||
| Pavía Breast & Imaging Center | ||
| Pavía Medical Plaza | ||
| Pranic Healing | ||
| Quality Dental Care | ||
| Remedy+ Chiropractic Cryospa | ||
| Sahha Naturali | ||
| San Jorge Chiropractic Place | ||
| San Juan Caperstrano Ambulatory Clinic | ||
| San Juan Medical Imaging LLP | ||
| Santurce Medical Mall | ||
| Triple-S Salud | ||
| Triple-S Salud | ||
| VIDA Wellness | ||
| Vidaurre - Dra. Vilma Ortega | ||
| Voice & Sinus Institute - Dr. Omar González Yanes |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Candelaria
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Fe y Gracia PR |
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What is the population of Candelaria?
Candelaria has a population of 17,631 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 5,877 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Candelaria?
Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.