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El Centenario, Mexico
Baja California Sur · Mexico
El Centenario is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 4,696. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,696 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.1025°, -110.4144° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Baja California Sur |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.1 inches (206 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Centenario
El Centenario is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 4,696. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: El Centenario vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 150 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Centenario
El Centenario has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 171 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 290.6 sq mi (752.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.1025°N, 110.4144°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in |
El Centenario has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 63°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Centenario
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leona Vicario Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Centenario
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 |
Museums in El Centenario
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Cultural La Paz | ||||
| Museo de Antropología e Historia | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Baja California Sur | ||||
| Museo de la Ballena | ||||
| Museo de la Ballena y las Ciencias del Mar |
Libraries in El Centenario
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Leopoldo Ramos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Filemón C. Piñeda | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Maestro Justo Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria de CONACULTA | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria de CONACULTA | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Centenario
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Bravo | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Francisco I. Madero | |||||
| Plaza Comercial Punto La Paz | |||||
| Plaza Comercial Punto La Paz |
Hotels in El Centenario
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Centenario
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Centenario
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Centenario
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Centenario
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Centenario
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Manuel Márquez de León International Airport | LAP | Medium Airport |
| Carrizal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Pescadero Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Quelele Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Juan Domínguez Cota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Campana Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Melitón Albáñez Domínguez Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Península de los Sueños Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Pescadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Todos Santos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| VIP Baja Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Centenario
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación e Inclusión Infantil Teletón BCS | ||
| Clínica del ISSSTE | ||
| Prime Lab |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Centenario
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Asencion de Maria |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Centenario
What is the population of El Centenario?
El Centenario has a population of 4,696 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 290.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Centenario?
El Centenario has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.1 inches.
How is the job market in El Centenario?
The job market in El Centenario is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 150 business establishments in the area.