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La Candelaria, Panama
Coclé · Panama
La Candelaria is a small town in Coclé, Panama with a population of 881. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Candelaria
Río Grande is a corregimiento in Penonomé District, Coclé Province, Panama with a population of 3,117 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 2,411; its population as of 2000 was 2,915.
People
Climate
| Population | 881 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4392°, -80.4901° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Coclé |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.5 inches (1,588 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Candelaria
La Candelaria is a small town in Panama (Coclé) with a population of 881. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 67.5 sq mi (174.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4392°N, 80.4901°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 3.1 in |
La Candelaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 76.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.5") and February the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near La Candelaria
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flow 92.7 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in La Candelaria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Capilla San Juan de Dios | ||||
| Museo de la Historia y la Tradición Penonomeña (Museo de Penonomé) | ||||
| Museo de la Sal y el Azucar - Stella Sierra | ||||
| Museo del Parque Arqueológico El Caño | ||||
| Museo Hermanos Arias Madrid |
Libraries in La Candelaria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernando Guardia Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Candelaria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Penonomé |
Breweries in La Candelaria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Nacional |
Stadiums & Teams in La Candelaria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Candelaria
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Candelaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Aguila Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Candelaria?
La Candelaria has a population of 881 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 67.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Candelaria?
La Candelaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches.