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Cardonal, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
Cardonal is a small city in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 9,090. Elevation: 6,929 ft (2,112 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cardonal
Cardonal is a town and one of the 84 municipalities of Hidalgo, in central-eastern Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 462.6 km2 (178.6 sq mi).
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 9,090 |
| Population Density | 287 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,929 ft (2,112 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0569°, -99.2303° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cardonal
Cardonal is a small city in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 9,090. The city sits at an elevation of 6,929 feet (2,112 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cardonal vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 291 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,929 ft (2,112 m) |
| Area | 31.7 sq mi (82.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0569°N, 99.2303°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (100 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 109 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 119 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 129 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 131 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in |
Cardonal has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 55°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.3").
Schools in Cardonal
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Francisco Sarabia | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Lázaro Cárdenas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cardonal
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal (Valle de México) - 103.7 FM - XHCME-FM - Grupo Siete - Coacalco / Melchor Ocampo, EM | 103.7, 103.7 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cardonal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Site of Tula | ||||
| Centro Cultural de Tepeji del Río | ||||
| Espacio Cultural Comunitario | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Tula “Jorge R. Acosta” | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de la Labranza | ||||
| Parque museo del ferrocarril | ||||
| Sala de Orientación y Servicios Guadalupe Mastache | ||||
| Sala Histórica Quetzalcoatl |
Libraries in Cardonal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Progreso de O. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Alfonso Cravioto | 0.0 | |||||
| José María Morelos | 0.0 | |||||
| Lic. Benito Juárez García | 0.0 | |||||
| Octavio Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Prof. Isauro Rodríguez Estrada | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cardonal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Cruz Azul | |||||
| Mercado de Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Mixquiahuala | |||||
| Plaza Tlaxcoapan | |||||
| Tianguis Tepeji del Rio |
Theatres in Cardonal
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cardonal
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cardonal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cardonal
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | MEX | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | - | Small Airport |
| Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | - | Small Airport |
| Cadereyta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isaac Castro Sahade Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
| Mexico City Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cardonal
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cardonal
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia de san angel | |
| Iglesia Dendho | |
| Sagrado Corazón de Jesús |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cardonal?
Cardonal has a population of 9,090 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 287 people per square mile, spread across 31.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cardonal?
Cardonal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.
How is the job market in Cardonal?
Cardonal has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 291 business establishments in the area.