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El Silencio, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

El Silencio is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,190 Population 75/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
3.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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About El Silencio

El Silencio

El Silencio is a studio album by Mexican rock band Caifanes, released in 1992. It was produced by Adrian Belew. It is the last Caifanes album to feature bassist Sabo Romo and keyboardist/saxophonist Diego Herrera.

People

Population1,190
Density75/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain3.7 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population1,190
Population Density75 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates27.4680°, -113.2999°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation3.7 inches (94 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Silencio

El Silencio is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: El Silencio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Silencio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 329 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 3.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates27.4680°N, 113.2999°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.7"
90% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 0.71"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 28, 2025.

Apr 12, 2012 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M7.0 138 km
Jan 4, 2006 75 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.6 140 km
Sep 24, 2004 81 km WSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.9 134 km
Mar 5, 1993 68 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M5.2 126 km
Apr 29, 2011 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.2 142 km
Apr 12, 2012 73 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 140 km
Mar 5, 1993 74 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 150 km
Nov 24, 2000 72 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 86 km
Apr 12, 2012 67 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 140 km
Sep 10, 2011 83 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.9 134 km
Jan 4, 2006 76 km NNW of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.9 101 km
Aug 15, 2003 58 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 76 km
Apr 12, 2012 70 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.7 137 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.6 127 km
Aug 20, 2004 66 km ESE of San Luis, Mexico M4.6 85 km
Apr 14, 1992 89 km NNW of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.5 108 km
Jan 4, 2006 73 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.5 119 km
Nov 2, 1998 79 km NE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.5 90 km
Aug 24, 1995 78 km E of San Luis, Mexico M4.4 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Hilary (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Hilary Category 1 205 km
2022 Kay Category 1 253 km
2016 Newton Category 1 183 km
2014 Norbert Category 3 289 km
2014 Odile Category 1 146 km
2009 Jimena Category 2 123 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 275 km
2003 Marty Category 1 243 km
1997 Nora Category 1 148 km
1992 Lester Category 1 75 km
1984 Marie Category 1 288 km
1984 Norbert Category 1 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Borja Volcanic Field (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Borja Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,360 m (4,462 ft) Unknown 123 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
June 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in
July 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in

El Silencio has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (0.7") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near El Silencio

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Airports Near El Silencio

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahía Ballenas AirstripSmall Airport
Ejidal de San Ignacio AirstripSmall Airport
El Arco AirstripSmall Airport
Guerrero Negro AirportGUBSmall Airport
La Bocana AirstripSmall Airport
Los Mártires AirportSmall Airport
Punta Abreojos AirportAJSSmall Airport
Rancho El Caracol AirfieldSmall Airport
Rancho El Piloto AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho San Cristobal AirstripSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSGMSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Vizcaino AirstripSmall Airport
Unión Granjas Elizabeth AirstripSmall Airport
Vizcaino AirportSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near El Silencio

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Rock Paintings of the Sierra de San FranciscoCultural1993

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near El Silencio

Rock Paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco
Cultural · inscribed 1993
From c. 100 B.C. to A.D. 1300, the Sierra de San Francisco (in the El Vizcaino reserve, in Baja California) was home to a people who have now disappeared but who left one of the most outstanding collections of rock paintings in the world. They are remarkably w...

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 Silencio

What is the population of El Silencio?

El Silencio has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Silencio?

El Silencio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.7 inches.

How is the job market in El Silencio?

The job market in El Silencio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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