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Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos), Mexico

Baja California · Mexico

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) is a small town in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 661. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

661 Population 3/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
10.6 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population661
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population661
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates31.7558°, -116.5500°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation10.6 inches (269 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) is a small town in Mexico (Baja California) with a population of 661. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is America/Tijuana.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 10.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates31.7558°N, 116.5500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.6"
72% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.13"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8,794 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Apr 4, 2010 The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake M7.2 132 km
Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 121 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 147 km
Feb 22, 2002 13km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.7 132 km
Dec 8, 2001 22km S of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 149 km
Apr 4, 2010 9km SW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 136 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km WNW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.4 131 km
May 24, 2006 6km SSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 139 km
Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 69 km
Apr 8, 2010 12km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.3 129 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 34 km
Apr 4, 2010 15km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX M5.3 116 km
Apr 5, 2010 27km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.2 136 km
Apr 14, 2025 5 km S of Julian, CA M5.2 142 km
Feb 11, 2008 7km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 137 km
Feb 9, 2008 8km W of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 137 km
Feb 18, 2011 17km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.1 144 km
Sep 19, 2009 7km WNW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 139 km
Feb 19, 2008 14km NW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.0 139 km
Feb 7, 2003 74km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.0 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1862 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Quintin Volcanic Field (153 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Quintin Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 260 m (853 ft) Unknown 153 km
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OTAY 322 (12,238 ac, 1996).

Year Name Acres Distance
1996 OTAY 322 12,238 98 km
1995 SYCAMORE 9,626 96 km
2016 BORDER 3 7,958 95 km
2012 BORDER 6 5,301 95 km
2022 BORDER 32 4,530 95 km
2001 BELL 3,700 95 km
2005 BORDER 50 3,552 93 km
1999 SHOCKEY 3,522 96 km
2012 SHOCKEY 2,667 98 km
1995 TECATE 2,291 91 km
2019 BORDER 8 1,688 90 km
2004 BORDER 1,680 92 km
1999 GLORIA 1,625 93 km
2000 BARRETT 1,534 98 km
1991 BARRETT 1,262 96 km
1989 DOGPATCH 2 1,188 94 km
1995 FOREST GATE 1,150 93 km
1998 SUMMIT 1,045 96 km
1986 MINE 1,031 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in Wettest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
May 62°F (16°C) 0.2 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
August 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.1 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nueva Creacion
CBTIS 41
Cet 74.
Rosa Elena Espinosa Zepeda
Estefana Maldonado Sández
Club Rotario
Federico Carballo
Telesecundaria Num. 19
Telesecundaria No. 111
Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz
Soledad Anaya Solorzano
Secundaria Tecnica Num. 43
Secundaria Tecnica Num. 43
Ruben MartiNez Aguiar
Raymundo Beltran Olmos
Raul DomiNguez Mi�Rquez
Antonio MartiNez de Castro
Miguel de Anda Jacobsen
MariA del Carmen Carrillo Castro
Jesus Prado Luna
Jesus Lopez Gastelum
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Numero 50
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Num. 19
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Num. 19
Escuela Secundaria General Num. 204
Emiliano Zapata
Eliseo Schieroni
El Porvenir
Colegio Educativo Regional de Mexico, A.C.
Colegio Educativo Regional de Mexico
Arturo Paz I�Lvarez
Antonio Melendrez Cese�a
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Radio Stations near Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AMOR MÍO 92.9 (Ensenada) - 92.9 FM - XHFZO-FM - Grupo Uzivra - Ensenada, Baja California 92.9 fm, amor mío MP3 96 kbps
Adictiva Radio (Ensenada) - 100.3 FM - XHDX-FM - Esquina 32 - Ensenada, Baja California 100.3 fm, adictiva radio MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 104.1 (Ensenada) - 104.1 FM - XHADA-FM - MVS Radio - Ensenada, Baja California 104.1 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
LA RANCHERITA 89.1 (Ensenada) - 89.1 FM - XHEPF-FM - Radio Cadena Enciso (RCE) - Ensenada, Baja California 89.1 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aires De Lavanda
Caracol Science Museum
Historical Archives of the City
Museo de Historia de Ensenada
Museum of Regional History of Ensenada
Old Customs House

Farmers Markets in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Los Globos
Los Globos
Mayorista Ambar
Mayorista Ambar
Mercado Negro
Mercado Negro

Hotels in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estero Beach Resort
Hotel Estero Beach

Gas Stations in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex

Banks in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

first cash

Gyms in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #600922511

Breweries in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Transpeninsular

Stadiums & Teams in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

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Airports Near Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ensenada International Airport / El Ciprés Air BaseESEMedium Airport
Arroyo de Agua Grande AirportSmall Airport
Ejido Eréndira AirportSmall Airport
La Grulla AirportSmall Airport
La Uva AirportSmall Airport
Llano Colorado AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho las Juntas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Sandoval AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Real del Castillo AirstripSmall Airport
Sierra Juárez AirstripSmall 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 Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)

What is the population of Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)?

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) has a population of 661 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)?

Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) 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 71°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.

How is the job market in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos)?

The job market in Colonia Esperanza (Cañón San Carlos) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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