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Loreto, Mexico
Baja California Sur · Mexico
Loreto is a small city in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 14,724. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 14,724 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.0122°, -111.3489° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Baja California Sur |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.9 inches (227 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Loreto
Loreto is a small city in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 14,724. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Loreto vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 471 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Loreto
Loreto has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (18.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 274 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3,939.8 sq mi (10,204.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.0122°N, 111.3489°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1810 | MEXICO | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 1 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Comondu-La Purisima (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Comondu-La Purisima | Volcanic field | 780 m (2,559 ft) | Unknown | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in |
Loreto has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 61°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.9") and May the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Loreto
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Regional de Educación Normal "Marcelo Rubio Ruiz" | University | - | , |
| UABCS Campus Loreto | College | - | , |
Schools in Loreto
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eco Alianza de Loreto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín de Niños | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Mercedes Davis Perpuli | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Benito Juárez | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Civilizadores de Baja California | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria Modesto Sánchez Mayón | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Bachilleres 09 | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Davis Pérpuli | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Loreto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de las Misiones Jesuiticas |
Hotels in Loreto
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Loreto
26 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Loreto
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Loreto
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Loreto
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Loreto
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Loreto
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Loreto
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Loreto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Loreto
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Loreto International Airport | LTO | Large Airport |
| Cañon Agricultural Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charole Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Amolares Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Londó Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Loreto
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto Conchó |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Loreto
What is the population of Loreto?
Loreto has a population of 14,724 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,939.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Loreto?
Loreto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches.
How is the job market in Loreto?
The job market in Loreto is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 471 business establishments in the area.