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Weather & Climate in Candelaria, Argentina
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
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 Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 306/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.0612°N, 65.8248°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/San_Luis |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
136 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.
| Feb 2, 2015 | 63 km W of Villa General Roca, Argentina | M6.3 | 142 km | 172 km |
| Sep 21, 2024 | 95 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina | M6.0 | 102 km | 141 km |
| Sep 9, 2016 | 70 km W of Salsacate, Argentina | M5.6 | 76 km | 158 km |
| Mar 17, 2004 | 76 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina | M5.5 | 83 km | 32 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 45 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina | M5.5 | 120 km | 166 km |
| Dec 29, 1992 | 92 km E of Caucete, Argentina | M5.4 | 146 km | 131 km |
| Mar 20, 2007 | 113 km WNW of Candelaria, Argentina | M5.2 | 113 km | 134 km |
| Mar 15, 2009 | 35 km NW of San Carlos, Argentina | M5.2 | 126 km | 179 km |
| Aug 14, 1992 | 22 km SSE of Serrezuela, Argentina | M5.2 | 147 km | 194 km |
| Apr 3, 2022 | 100 km SSE of San Agustín de Valle Fértil, Argentina | M5.1 | 135 km | 117 km |
| Feb 28, 2023 | La Rioja-Cordoba border region, Argentina | M5.0 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Sep 24, 2024 | 57 km W of Salsacate, Argentina | M5.0 | 80 km | 152 km |
| Jun 8, 2014 | 101 km NNW of Candelaria, Argentina | M4.9 | 102 km | 11 km |
| Sep 16, 2010 | 38 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina | M4.9 | 128 km | 173 km |
| Jul 31, 1993 | 71 km S of Castro Barros, Argentina | M4.9 | 94 km | 170 km |
| May 29, 2023 | 101 km WNW of Candelaria, Argentina | M4.9 | 102 km | 127 km |
| Dec 18, 2001 | 73 km NNW of Villa General Roca, Argentina | M4.8 | 84 km | 33 km |
| Feb 3, 2010 | 69 km NW of Candelaria, Argentina | M4.7 | 70 km | 129 km |
| Jul 2, 2009 | San Juan-Mendoza-San Luis border region, Argentina | M4.7 | 119 km | 25 km |
| Dec 28, 2012 | 9 km ENE of Salsacate, Argentina | M4.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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").