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Candelas, Mexico
Guanajuato · Mexico
Candelas is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 917. Elevation: 7,625 ft (2,324 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 917 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,625 ft (2,324 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.3132°, -100.4488° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guanajuato |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.6 inches (421 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Candelas
Candelas is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 917. The city sits at an elevation of 7,625 feet (2,324 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Candelas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,625 ft (2,324 m) |
| Area | 393.1 sq mi (1,018.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.3132°N, 100.4488°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 104 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 145 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 152 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Candelas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 55°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Candelas
26 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio | classic rock, heavy metal | MP3 80 kbps | |
| FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato | 92.9 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| MATCH 97.9 (Querétaro) - 97.9 FM - XHQTO-FM - Grupo ACIR - Querétaro, Querétaro | 97.9 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| STEREO CRISTAL 96.7 (Celaya) - 96.7 FM - XHY-FM - Grupo Radar - Celaya, Guanajuato | 96.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| EL Y ELLA 103.7 (Celaya) - 103.7 FM - XHCEL-FM - Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato | 103.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| YEAH FM 89.9 (La Piedad) - 89.9 FM - XHLP-FM - Guizar Comunicación Integral - La Piedad, Michoacán | 2000s, 80s | AAC | |
| RADAR 107.5 (Querétaro) - 107.5 FM - XHQRO-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro | 107.5 fm, contemporary hits radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Stereo Cristal (Querétaro) - 101.1 FM - XHJHS-FM - Grupo Radar / Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Querétaro, Querétaro | 101.1 fm, corporación bajío comunicaciones | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| W Radio Querétaro - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, QT | 1310, 1310 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W Radio Querétaro - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, Querétaro | 1310 am, 1980's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa (Querétaro) - 98.7 FM - XHMQ-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, QR | 98.7, 98.7 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Fórmula (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM - XHJX-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Querétaro, QT | 88.7, 88.7 fm | AAC | |
| Radio Querétaro | queretaro | AAC 98 kbps | |
| La Jefa 98.7 FM | folk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| EXA FM 89.9 (La Piedad) - 89.9 FM - XHLP-FM - Guizar Comunicación Integral - La Piedad, Michoacán | 89.9 fm, américa | AAC | |
| EXA FM 104.5 (Celaya) - 104.5 FM - XHZN-FM - TVR Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 99.5 (Celaya) - 99.5 FM - XHAF-FM - Radiorama Celaya - Celaya, Guanajuato | — | MP3 | |
| La Z 107.1 (US) | regional mexican | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro | 99.1, 99.1 fm | MP3 160 kbps | |
| La Z 102.5 (US) | chirstian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro | 99.1 fm, américa | MP3 160 kbps | |
| EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato | 90.5 fm, acámbaro | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 |
Museums in Candelas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueologico Dr German | ||||
| MUSEO DEL CERRITO | ||||
| Rubén Gonzáles |
Libraries in Candelas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Antonio Plaza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Miguel de Cervantes | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Prof. Heraclio Cabrera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Candelas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 4 de Marzo "Reforma Agraria" | |||||
| Mercado 4 de Marzo "Reforma Agraria" | |||||
| Mercado 8 de Diciembre | |||||
| Mercado El Pueblito | |||||
| Mercado El Pueblito | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Viejo | |||||
| Tianguis de los Lunes | |||||
| TIANGUIS DE LOS MARTES | |||||
| TIANGUIS DE LOS MARTES | |||||
| Tianguis de los Martes | |||||
| Tianguis La Hormiga | |||||
| Tianguis La Hormiga |
Breweries in Candelas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modelorama |
Airports Near Candelas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport | MLM | Large Airport |
| Querétaro Intercontinental Airport | QRO | Large Airport |
| Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport | CYW | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de San Miguel de Allende | — | Small Airport |
| Cadereyta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isaac Castro Sahade Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quinta Palos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Candelas
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de rehabilitación | ||
| Clínica de Especialidades Médicas | ||
| Sanatorio del ángel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Candelas
What is the population of Candelas?
Candelas has a population of 917 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 393.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Candelas?
Candelas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches.
How is the job market in Candelas?
The job market in Candelas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.