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General Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
General Lázaro Cárdenas is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 1,927. Elevation: 4,049 ft (1,234 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,927 |
| Population Density | 48,175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,049 ft (1,234 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.2943°, -103.9978° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.1 inches (332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About General Lázaro Cárdenas
General Lázaro Cárdenas is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 1,927. The city sits at an elevation of 4,049 feet (1,234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.1 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: General Lázaro Cárdenas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 62 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,049 ft (1,234 m) |
| Area | 0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 48,175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.2943°N, 103.9978°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in |
General Lázaro Cárdenas has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 58°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.1").
Airports Near General Lázaro Cárdenas
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco Sarabia Tinoco International Airport | TRC | Medium Airport |
| Calaveras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cerros Colorados Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ejido La Coruña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Dury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Jesús Agustín Castro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapimí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palo Chino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rodeo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro del Gallo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Terrenates Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About General Lázaro Cárdenas
What is the population of General Lázaro Cárdenas?
General Lázaro Cárdenas has a population of 1,927 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 48,175 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in General Lázaro Cárdenas?
General Lázaro Cárdenas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches.
How is the job market in General Lázaro Cárdenas?
General Lázaro Cárdenas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 62 business establishments in the area.