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Candelaria, Argentina

San Luis · Argentina

Candelaria is a small town in San Luis, Argentina with a population of 2,269. Elevation: 1,345 ft (410 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2,269 Population 306/sq mi density
1,345 ft Elevation 410 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
23.7 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / San Luis Timezone

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About Candelaria

Candelaria (San Luis) is a village and municipality in San Luis Province in central Argentina.

People

Population2,269
Density306/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,345 ft (410 m)
Population2,269
Population Density306 / sq mi
Elevation1,345 ft (410 m)
Coordinates-32.0612°, -65.8248°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/San_Luis
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceSan Luis
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (601 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Candelaria

Candelaria is a small town in Argentina (San Luis) with a population of 2,269. The city sits at an elevation of 1,345 feet (410 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/San_Luis.

Candelaria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,345 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Argentina avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,345 ft (410 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates-32.0612°N, 65.8248°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/San_Luis

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.94"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

136 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 24, 2024.

Feb 2, 2015 63 km W of Villa General Roca, Argentina M6.3 142 km
Sep 21, 2024 95 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina M6.0 102 km
Sep 9, 2016 70 km W of Salsacate, Argentina M5.6 76 km
Mar 17, 2004 76 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina M5.5 83 km
Oct 12, 2017 45 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina M5.5 120 km
Dec 29, 1992 92 km E of Caucete, Argentina M5.4 146 km
Mar 20, 2007 113 km WNW of Candelaria, Argentina M5.2 113 km
Mar 15, 2009 35 km NW of San Carlos, Argentina M5.2 126 km
Aug 14, 1992 22 km SSE of Serrezuela, Argentina M5.2 147 km
Apr 3, 2022 100 km SSE of San Agustín de Valle Fértil, Argentina M5.1 135 km
Feb 28, 2023 La Rioja-Cordoba border region, Argentina M5.0 98 km
Sep 24, 2024 57 km W of Salsacate, Argentina M5.0 80 km
Jun 8, 2014 101 km NNW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.9 102 km
Sep 16, 2010 38 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina M4.9 128 km
Jul 31, 1993 71 km S of Castro Barros, Argentina M4.9 94 km
May 29, 2023 101 km WNW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.9 102 km
Dec 18, 2001 73 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina M4.8 84 km
Feb 3, 2010 69 km NW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.7 70 km
Jul 2, 2009 San Juan-Mendoza-San Luis border region, Argentina M4.7 119 km
Dec 28, 2012 9 km ENE of Salsacate, Argentina M4.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in

Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 54°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Candelaria

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Tecnica N° 33 Profesor Gabino Puelles
Escuela Primaria 199 Provincia De Buenos Aires
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Gas Stations in Candelaria

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bandera Blanca
Bandera Blanca

Airports Near Candelaria

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Villa Dolores AirportVDRMedium Airport
Estancia Las Marias AirportSmall Airport
Tilisarao AirportSmall Airport
Valle Del Conlara International AirportRLOSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/San_Luis
Elevation
410 m (1,345 ft)

🇦🇷 About Argentina

Capital Buenos Aires
Population 44,494,502
Area 2,766,890 km²
GDP (USD) $649,461,687,959
GDP per capita $14,262
HDI 0.849
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 92.2%
Currency ARS (Peso)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +54
TLD .ar
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Argentina

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Mar 24 Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice Día Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia
Apr 2 Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas War Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 25 May Revolution Día de la Revolución de Mayo
Jun 15 Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de Güemes Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes
Jun 20 General Manuel Belgrano Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano
Jul 9 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 17 General José de San Martín Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín
Oct 12 Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural
Nov 23 National Sovereignty Day Día de la Soberanía Nacional
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Day Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María
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 2,269 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 306 people per square mile, spread across 7.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Candelaria?

Candelaria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches.

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