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Camalú, Mexico

Baja California · Mexico

Camalú is a small city in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 8,621. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

8,621 Population 43/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana Timezone

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About Camalú

Camalú is a town in San Quintín Municipality, Baja California, located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. The census of 2010 reported a population of 8,621 inhabitants, up from 6,333 in 2000.

People

Population8,621
Density43/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population8,621
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates30.8436°, -116.0623°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (255 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Camalú

Camalú is a small city in Mexico (Baja California) with a population of 8,621. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is America/Tijuana.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 276 business establishments.

Income: Camalú vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)276

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Camalú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates30.8436°N, 116.0623°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.0"
74% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.97"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,234 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.5 on Aug 14, 2025.

Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 104 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 100 km
Feb 7, 2003 74km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.0 102 km
Feb 9, 2015 87km ESE of Maneadero, B.C., MX M4.9 84 km
Feb 18, 1998 70km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M4.9 113 km
Dec 20, 2013 34 km ESE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.8 44 km
Apr 6, 2010 40km S of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M4.7 148 km
Feb 24, 1998 60 km ENE of Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, Mexico M4.6 62 km
Apr 7, 1994 66km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M4.6 89 km
Apr 15, 2022 20km W of El Sauzal, B.C., MX M4.5 144 km
Apr 28, 1999 32 km NE of El Rosario de Arriba, Mexico M4.5 79 km
Apr 20, 2019 53 km E of San Vicente, Mexico M4.5 66 km
Jan 26, 2011 56 km ENE of Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, Mexico M4.5 59 km
May 14, 2023 24 km W of Las Brisas, Mexico M4.5 35 km
Jun 13, 2006 24km NE of Maneadero, B.C., MX M4.5 114 km
Mar 20, 1996 70km WSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M4.4 120 km
May 11, 2016 36 km ENE of Santa Fé, Mexico M4.4 44 km
Jun 25, 2010 57 km E of San Vicente, Mexico M4.4 60 km
Apr 28, 1999 23 km NNE of El Rosario de Arriba, Mexico M4.4 79 km
Jul 5, 2010 53km S of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M4.4 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nora (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Nora Category 1 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Quintin Volcanic Field (42 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Quintin Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 260 m (853 ft) Unknown 42 km
San Luis, Isla Tuff cone 180 m (591 ft) Unknown 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in Wettest
March 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in
June 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
August 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
November 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in

Camalú has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Camalú

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro Emsad Punta Colonet College

Schools in Camalú

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Francisco Xavier Mina
Moctezuma Ilhuicamina
Monte Alban
Ni�os Heroes
Pdte Adolfo Lopez Mateos
Salvador RuiZ MejiA
Secundaria General Num. 105
Telesecundaria No. 114
Telesecundaria Num. 66
Telesecundaria Num. 78
13 de Septiembre
David Zárate zazueta
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Gas Stations in Camalú

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #10291986460
MX #11544273026

Airports Near Camalú

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo de Lorenzo SkyparkSmall Airport
Cielito Lindo AirportSmall Airport
Colonia Lázaro Cárdenas AirstripSmall Airport
Colonia Santa Fe de Braulio Maldonado AirportSmall Airport
Dos Amigos AirstripSmall Airport
Ejido Eréndira AirportSmall Airport
El Buen Pastor AirstripSmall Airport
El Pedregal AirstripSmall Airport
El Socorrito AirportSmall Airport
Las Palmas AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Colorado AirstripSmall Airport
Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Punta Colonet AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Milagro AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Magaña AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Meling AirstripSmall Airport
San Quintín (Bahía Falsa) AirstripSmall Airport
San Quintín Military AirstripSNQSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Tijuana

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Camalú

What is the population of Camalú?

Camalú has a population of 8,621 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Camalú?

Camalú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches.

How is the job market in Camalú?

The job market in Camalú is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 276 business establishments in the area.

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