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La Cardona, Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

La Cardona is a small town in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 600. Elevation: 6,276 ft (1,913 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

600 Population 0/sq mi density
6,276 ft Elevation 1,913 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population600
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation6,276 ft (1,913 m)
Population600
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation6,276 ft (1,913 m)
Coordinates23.4032°, -99.9805°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Cardona

La Cardona is a small town in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 6,276 feet (1,913 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: La Cardona vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Cardona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,276 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,276 ft (1,913 m)
Area2,761.7 sq mi (7,152.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.4032°N, 99.9805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 37 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 46 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 101 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 146 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 136 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 115 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 34 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 119 km
2005 Emily Category 3 220 km
2000 Keith Category 1 231 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 179 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
April 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in

La Cardona has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 56°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near La Cardona

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(DELETE)Cedros MineSmall Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Manuel Moreno Torres National AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 La Cardona

What is the population of La Cardona?

La Cardona has a population of 600 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,761.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Cardona?

La Cardona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Cardona?

La Cardona has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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