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Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico
Baja California · Mexico
Lázaro Cárdenas is a small city in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 16,294. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lázaro Cárdenas
Lázaro Cárdenas is a city in San Quintín Municipality, Baja California, located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. With a population of 16,294 and is the largest population center in the entire municipality, far surpassing the population of the locality of San Quintín itself.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 16,294 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.5266°, -115.9314° |
| Timezone | America/Tijuana |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Baja California |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.5 inches (190 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lázaro Cárdenas
Lázaro Cárdenas is a small city in Mexico (Baja California) with a population of 16,294. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.5 inches. The timezone is America/Tijuana.
Income: Lázaro Cárdenas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 521 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Lázaro Cárdenas
Lázaro Cárdenas has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Feb (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 91 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5266°N, 115.9314°W |
| Timezone | America/Tijuana |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Quintin Volcanic Field (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Quintin Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 260 m (853 ft) | Unknown | 9 km |
| San Luis, Isla | Tuff cone | 180 m (591 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in |
Lázaro Cárdenas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 55°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Lázaro Cárdenas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Bachillerato Tecnologico Agropecuario Num. 146 | College | — | — |
| Centro Universitario de Tijuana Campus San Quintin | University | — | — |
| Colegio de Bachilleres de Baja California Plantel San Quintin | College | — | — |
| Colegio de Bachilleres de Baja California Plantel San Quintin | College | — | — |
| Colegio de Estudios Cientificos Y Tecnologicos Plantel San Quintin | College | — | — |
| Colegio de Estudios Cientificos Y Tecnologicos Plantel San Quintin | College | — | — |
| CUT Universidad de Tijuana - Campus San Quintín | University | — | — |
| Escuela de IngenieriA Y Negocios San Quintin | University | — | — |
| Escuela Normal Experimental, Profr. Gregorio Torres Quintero | University | — | — |
| Instituto California | College | — | — |
Schools in Lázaro Cárdenas
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emiliano Zapata Num. 35 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria General Num. 9 | — | — | — | — |
| General Lázaro Cárdenas | — | — | — | — |
| Ignacio Manuel Altamirano | — | — | — | — |
| Juan Escutia | — | — | — | — |
| Lic. MariA Lavalle Urbina | — | — | — | — |
| Macario DiAz Leon | — | — | — | — |
| Octavio Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Prof. Heraclio M Espinoza Grosso | — | — | — | — |
| Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad de Servicios de Apoyo A La Educacion Regular Lxix | — | — | — | — |
| Usaer Xci | — | — | — | — |
| 24 de Febrero | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Lázaro Cárdenas
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lázaro Cárdenas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lázaro Cárdenas
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lázaro Cárdenas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lázaro Cárdenas
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lázaro Cárdenas
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Campo de Lorenzo Skypark | — | Small Airport |
| Cañon San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cielito Lindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colonia San Pedro Mártir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colonia Santa Fe de Braulio Maldonado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Amigos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Buen Pastor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Diamante del Mar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Pedregal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Sacrificio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Socorrito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Palmas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Colorado Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mesa El Rosario South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Colonet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Milagro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Magaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Meling Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Quintín (Bahía Falsa) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Quintín Military Airstrip | SNQ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Lázaro Cárdenas
What is the population of Lázaro Cárdenas?
Lázaro Cárdenas has a population of 16,294 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lázaro Cárdenas?
Lázaro Cárdenas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.5 inches.
How is the job market in Lázaro Cárdenas?
The job market in Lázaro Cárdenas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 521 business establishments in the area.