Candelaria, Philippines
Western Visayas · Philippines
Candelaria is a mid-size city in Western Visayas, Philippines with a population of 57,684. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Candelaria
Tapaz, officially the Municipality of Tapaz, is a municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 57,684 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 57,684 |
| Population Density | 289 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.2893°, 122.5228° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Western Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.8 inches (3,476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Candelaria
Candelaria is a mid-size city in Philippines (Western Visayas) with a population of 57,684. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Climate in Candelaria
Candelaria has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2872 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 199.7 sq mi (517.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.2893°N, 122.5228°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | SULU SEA | Earthquake | - | 74 | 71 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Silay (96 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in |
Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 93.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.7") and March the driest (2.6").
Schools in Candelaria
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apero Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| San Julian Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Candelaria Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Candelaria National High School | - | - | - | - |
| Taslan Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cristina Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Candelaria National High School – Roxas Extension | - | - | - | - |
| Roxas Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Arisgal Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Candelaria
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boracay Beach Radio | internet radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM Roxas | - | AAC | |
| DYJJ IBC Radio 1296 AM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Love Radio Roxas | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love Radio Kalibo | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Candelaria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bingawan Public Market | |||||
| Calinog Public Market | |||||
| Cuartero Public Market | |||||
| Duenas Public Market | |||||
| Dumarao Public Market | |||||
| Gabaldon Market | |||||
| Ivisan Public Market | |||||
| Jamindan Public Market | |||||
| Jayobo Public Market, Ioilo | |||||
| Lambunao Public Market | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Panit-an Public Market | |||||
| Passi Public Market | |||||
| Salomon Talipapa | |||||
| San Enrique Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sapian Public Market | |||||
| Sigma Market | |||||
| Tapaz Public Market |
Theme Parks in Candelaria
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Candelaria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Candelaria
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacolod-Silay International Airport | BCD | Large Airport |
| Iloilo International Airport | ILO | Large Airport |
| Kalibo International Airport | KLO | Large Airport |
| Evelio Javier Airport | EUQ | Medium Airport |
| Godofredo P. Ramos Airport | MPH | Medium Airport |
| Roxas Airport | RXS | Medium Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sicogon Airstrip | ICO | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Candelaria?
Candelaria has a population of 57,684 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 289 people per square mile, spread across 199.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Candelaria?
Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 136.8 inches.
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