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La Candelaria, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
La Candelaria is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,955. Elevation: 7,900 ft (2,408 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,955 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,900 ft (2,408 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7429°, -92.5216° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.2 inches (1,758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Candelaria
La Candelaria is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,955. The city sits at an elevation of 7,900 feet (2,408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Candelaria vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 63 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Candelaria
La Candelaria has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,900 ft (2,408 m) |
| Area | 305.0 sq mi (789.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7429°N, 92.5216°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS | Meteorological | 50.0 m | 19 | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 102 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
La Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near La Candelaria
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free FM 80´s Mexico | #80s, 1980s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XERC-FM 97.7 "Radio Centro" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XEJP-FM "Joya 93.7" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XHFO "Radio RED" 92.1 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grc | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| La Ke Buena Comitán - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio IMER (Comitán) - 107.9 FM / 540 AM - XHEMIT-FM / XEMIT-AM - IMER - Comitán, CS | 107.9, 107.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 95.7, 95.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cañón (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, abc radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Nueva (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 92.5, 92.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Candelaria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Manuel K'ulub | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in La Candelaria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Candelaria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in La Candelaria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Candelaria
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Candelaria?
La Candelaria has a population of 1,955 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 305.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Candelaria?
La Candelaria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.2 inches.
How is the job market in La Candelaria?
The job market in La Candelaria is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 63 business establishments in the area.