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El Cachanilla, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

El Cachanilla is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 626. Elevation: 666 ft (203 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

626 Population 2/sq mi density
666 ft Elevation 203 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population626
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Population626
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Coordinates23.7178°, -110.2822°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (256 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Cachanilla

El Cachanilla is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 626. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet (203 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: El Cachanilla vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Cachanilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area290.6 sq mi (752.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.7178°N, 110.2822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 3, 2024.

Sep 13, 2015 95 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M6.7 149 km
Sep 25, 2012 59 km NNE of La Paz, Mexico M6.3 106 km
Jun 30, 1995 60 km N of La Paz, Mexico M6.2 108 km
Feb 18, 2004 78 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.9 149 km
Jun 30, 1995 27 km N of La Paz, Mexico M5.7 74 km
Sep 13, 2015 99 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Sep 22, 2017 77 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.6 149 km
Oct 30, 2001 84 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 138 km
Jan 19, 2009 115 km SW of El Pescadero, Mexico M5.3 134 km
Sep 13, 2015 100 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.3 145 km
Aug 7, 2015 86 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 145 km
Apr 13, 2023 81 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 140 km
Jan 31, 2019 Baja California Sur, Mexico M5.3 127 km
Jan 17, 1991 72 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 143 km
Sep 13, 2015 Gulf of California M5.2 149 km
Dec 26, 1991 101 km SSW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.2 146 km
Feb 5, 2009 14 km ESE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.0 87 km
Nov 16, 2009 Gulf of California M4.9 139 km
Sep 26, 2012 53 km N of La Paz, Mexico M4.9 101 km
Jun 17, 2010 69 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M4.9 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

37 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lorena (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Lorena Category 1 216 km
2023 Norma Category 3 71 km
2022 Kay Category 1 283 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 36 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 265 km
2020 Genevieve Category 1 131 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 53 km
2016 Newton Category 1 42 km
2014 Odile Category 3 30 km
2014 Norbert Category 3 165 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 216 km
2012 Paul Category 2 217 km
2009 Jimena Category 4 149 km
2008 Norbert Category 3 150 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 51 km
2006 John Category 3 33 km
2005 Otis Category 2 245 km
2004 Javier Category 3 262 km
2003 Marty Category 2 39 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 51 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in

El Cachanilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 62°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near El Cachanilla

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALEGRÍA MEXICANA 90.1 (La Paz) - 90.1 FM - XHW-FM - Promomedios California - La Paz, Baja California 90.1 fm, alegría mexicana AAC
LA RADIO DE SUDCALIFORNIA 99.1 (La Paz) - 99.1 FM - XHBCP-FM - Instituto Estatal de Radio y Televisión de Baja California Sur - La Paz, Baja California Sur 1050 am, 99.1 fm MP3
ESTÉREO ROMANCE 100.7 (La Paz) - 100.7 FM - XHZPL-FM - Promomedios California - La Paz, Baja California 100.7 fm, balada AAC
DIGIMIX 95 95.9 (La Paz) - 95.9 FM - XHPAL-FM - Promomedios California - La Paz, Baja California 95.9 fm, adult hits AAC
RADIO FÓRMULA 97.5 (La Paz) - 97.5 FM - XHNT-FM - Grupo Fórmula - La Paz, Baja California Sur 790 am, 97.5 fm AAC
100.7 Estéreo Romance (La Paz) - 100.7 FM - XHZPL-FM - Promomedios California - La Paz, Baja California 100.7 fm, balada AAC

Restaurants in El Cachanilla

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near El Cachanilla

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Los Cabos International AirportSJDLarge Airport
Manuel Márquez de León International AirportLAPMedium Airport
Carrizal AirportSmall Airport
El Pescadero AirstripSmall Airport
El Quelele AirportSmall Airport
General Juan Domínguez Cota AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirstripSmall Airport
Las Parcelas AirportSmall Airport
Melitón Albáñez Domínguez AirstripSmall Airport
Península de los Sueños AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Colorada AirportPCOSmall Airport
Punta Pescadero AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Todos Santos AirstripSmall Airport
VIP Baja AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 El Cachanilla

What is the population of El Cachanilla?

El Cachanilla has a population of 626 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 290.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Cachanilla?

El Cachanilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.

How is the job market in El Cachanilla?

The job market in El Cachanilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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