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El Descanso, Mexico
Baja California · Mexico
El Descanso is a small town in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 567. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 567 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2046°, -116.9030° |
| Timezone | America/Tijuana |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Baja California |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.7 inches (297 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Descanso
El Descanso is a small town in Mexico (Baja California) with a population of 567. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches. The timezone is America/Tijuana.
Income: El Descanso vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 371.6 sq mi (962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2046°N, 116.9030°W |
| Timezone | America/Tijuana |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Salton Buttes (163 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Salton Buttes | Lava dome(s) | -40 m (-131 ft) | 210 | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 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 | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in |
El Descanso has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 56°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Descanso
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francisco I. Madero | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Descanso
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO ZION 540 (Tijuana) - 540 AM - XESURF-AM - Zion Multimedia - Tijuana, Baja California | 540 am, am | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 104.5 Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California | 104.5 fm, 80s en español | AAC 149 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 860 (Tijuana) - 860 AM - XEMO-AM - Uniradio - Tijuana, Baja California | 860 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO LATINA 104.5 (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California | 104.5 fm, 80s en español | AAC 147 kbps | |
| Asterisk Radio | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| AMOR MÍO 92.9 (Ensenada) - 92.9 FM - XHFZO-FM - Grupo Uzivra - Ensenada, Baja California | 92.9 fm, amor mío | MP3 96 kbps | |
| LA MEJOR FM 90.7 (Tijuana) - 90.7 FM - XHTIM-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California | 90.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 950 (Tijuana) - 950 AM - XEKAM-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Tijuana, Baja California | 950 am, am | AAC | |
| Chililines Radio | música retro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| More FM 98.9 (US) | rock | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 106.9 FM | deportes, entretenimiento | AAC 32 kbps | |
| Globo 99.3 (Tijuana) - 99.3 FM - XHOCL-FM - MVS Radio - Tijuana, Baja California | 99.3 fm, adult contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Adictiva Radio (Ensenada) - 100.3 FM - XHDX-FM - Esquina 32 - Ensenada, Baja California | 100.3 fm, adictiva radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Latina (Tijuana) - 104.5 FM - XHLTN-FM - Grupo Imagen - Tijuana, Baja California | 104.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 40 kbps | |
| Adictiva Radio (Tijuana) - 98.9 FM - XHMORE-FM - Esquina 32 - Tijuana, Baja California | 98.9 fm, adictiva radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA RANCHERITA 89.1 (Ensenada) - 89.1 FM - XHEPF-FM - Radio Cadena Enciso (RCE) - Ensenada, Baja California | 89.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 104.1 (Ensenada) - 104.1 FM - XHADA-FM - MVS Radio - Ensenada, Baja California | 104.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Museums in El Descanso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aires De Lavanda | ||||
| Centro cultural | ||||
| Ciencia y tecnologia del estado | ||||
| IMAC | ||||
| Museo de Letras |
Libraries in El Descanso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosarito Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Descanso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Artesanias | |||||
| Mercado de Carnitas | |||||
| Mercado Del Prado | |||||
| Mercado Del Prado | |||||
| Mercado publico | |||||
| PETSA |
Restaurants in El Descanso
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near El Descanso
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport | TIJ | Large Airport |
| San Diego International Airport | SAN | Large Airport |
| Brown Field Municipal Airport | SDM | Medium Airport |
| Ensenada International Airport / El Ciprés Air Base | ESE | Medium Airport |
| Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field | NKX | Medium Airport |
| North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey Field | NZY | Medium Airport |
| Agua Caliente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gillespie Field | SEE | Small Airport |
| Jacumba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| John Nichols Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grulla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Uva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lansing Empire Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport | MYF | Small Airport |
| Naval Outlying Field Imperial Beach (Ream Field) | NRS | Small Airport |
| On the Rocks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poway Field Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho las Juntas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Sandoval Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Santa Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Real del Castillo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Reider Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rough Acres Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Torrey Pines Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Descanso
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de El Descanso |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Descanso?
El Descanso has a population of 567 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 371.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Descanso?
El Descanso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches.
How is the job market in El Descanso?
The job market in El Descanso is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.