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San Ignacio, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

San Ignacio is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 667. Elevation: 390 ft (119 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

667 Population 42/sq mi density
390 ft Elevation 119 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
4.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population667
Density42/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain4.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Population667
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Coordinates27.2823°, -112.8964°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation4.7 inches (118 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Ignacio

San Ignacio is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 667. The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet (119 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: San Ignacio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates27.2823°N, 112.8964°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.7"
88% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.02"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 28, 2025.

Jan 4, 2006 75 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.6 125 km
Sep 24, 2004 81 km WSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jul 31, 2021 60 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 142 km
Aug 10, 2014 65 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 132 km
Apr 26, 2011 73 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.3 136 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M5.2 106 km
Aug 6, 2022 67 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 131 km
May 24, 2011 65 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.1 136 km
Jan 12, 2011 57 km ENE of Mulegé, Mexico M5.0 150 km
Nov 24, 2000 72 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 101 km
Aug 15, 2003 58 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 102 km
Jan 4, 2006 76 km NNW of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.9 91 km
Sep 10, 2011 83 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.9 117 km
Oct 11, 1992 54 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.8 147 km
Feb 24, 1993 52 km S of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.7 149 km
Jan 29, 1999 71 km SSW of La Providencia, Mexico M4.7 137 km
Jul 17, 1991 62 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.7 135 km
Aug 20, 2004 66 km ESE of San Luis, Mexico M4.6 106 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.6 106 km
Jun 5, 2024 62 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Hilary Category 1 227 km
2022 Kay Category 1 239 km
2016 Newton Category 1 139 km
2014 Norbert Category 3 285 km
2014 Odile Category 2 103 km
2009 Jimena Category 2 81 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 231 km
2003 Marty Category 1 199 km
1997 Nora Category 1 190 km
1992 Lester Category 1 73 km
1984 Norbert Category 2 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Borja Volcanic Field (159 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Borja Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,360 m (4,462 ft) Unknown 159 km
Comondu-La Purisima Volcanic field 780 m (2,559 ft) Unknown 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 71°F (21°C) 0.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
August 83°F (29°C) 0.9 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in

San Ignacio has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 61°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 4.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.0") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in San Ignacio

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria "Santos Degollado"
Escuela Primaria Rural Estatal Vicente Guerrero
Albergue Escolar Número 2 Atanacio Carrillo Castro
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Museums in San Ignacio

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Pinturas Rupestres de San Ignacio

Hotels in San Ignacio

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desert Inn San Ignacio
Fong
Hotel La Huerta
La Posada
Rice & Beans

Restaurants in San Ignacio

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rancho Grande
Rene's
Restaurante La Huerta
Victor's

Cafes in San Ignacio

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Cortijo
Mancú

Bus Stations in San Ignacio

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal ABC de San Ignacio

Gas Stations in San Ignacio

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near San Ignacio

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahía Ballenas AirstripSmall Airport
Ejidal de San Ignacio AirstripSmall Airport
El Arco 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 Bruno AirportSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSGMSmall Airport
San Lucas Military AirstripSmall Airport
Santa María de Mulegé AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Vizcaino AirstripSmall Airport
Unión Granjas Elizabeth AirstripSmall Airport
Vizcaino AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Ignacio

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Ignacio

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

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 San Ignacio

What is the population of San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a population of 667 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.7 inches.

How is the job market in San Ignacio?

The job market in San Ignacio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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