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San Ignacio, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

San Ignacio is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 4,543. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

4,543 Population 2/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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About San Ignacio

San Ignacio or San Ignacio de Piaxtla is a city and seat of the surrounding San Ignacio Municipality in the Mexican state of Sinaloa.

People

Population4,543
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Population4,543
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates23.9399°, -106.4250°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (930 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Ignacio

San Ignacio is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 4,543. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 145 business establishments.

Income: San Ignacio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)145

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area2,572.5 sq mi (6,662.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.9399°N, 106.4250°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.84"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 125 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 123 km
Jul 24, 2025 8 km ENE of Culiacán, Mexico M4.2 132 km
Sep 2, 1994 91 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.2 143 km
Jul 17, 2009 20 km NNW of Sanalona, Mexico M4.1 140 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 118 km
Aug 1, 1994 72 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.0 122 km
Jul 27, 1994 68 km W of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 113 km
Jul 28, 1994 92 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 196 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 120 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 39 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 285 km
2018 Willa Category 3 141 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 181 km
2006 Lane Category 3 79 km
2006 John Category 3 287 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 262 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 237 km
1998 Isis Category 1 281 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 262 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 257 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 141 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 115 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 212 km
1986 Paine Category 2 253 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 154 km
1986 Newton Category 1 235 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in

San Ignacio has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 68°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near San Ignacio

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amaculi AirstripSmall Airport
Bacis AirportSmall Airport
Campo El Patole AirportSmall Airport
Cienega de Los Beltrán AirstripSmall Airport
Cosalá AirportSmall Airport
Ejidal AirstripSmall Airport
Ejido Pueblo Viejo AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Airstrip.Small Airport
El Carrizo de La Petaca AirstripSmall Airport
El Igualamo AirportSmall Airport
El Limon de Los Peña AirstripSmall Airport
El Palmarito AirstripSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirstripSmall Airport
El Verano AirportSmall Airport
El Zapatero AirstripSmall Airport
Elota AirstripSmall Airport
Juan Murillo AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirportSmall Airport
La Campanilla AirstripSmall Airport
La Lagunita AirstripSmall Airport
Las Azoteas AirstripSmall Airport
Leon's AirstripSmall Airport
Los Remedios AirstripSmall Airport
Los Remedios East AirstripSmall Airport
Mazatlan Aerospace Park AirportSmall Airport
Mazfly S.C. AirportSmall Airport
Pista San FranciscoSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSmall Airport
San Juan de Frailes AirstripSmall Airport
San Miguel de Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
San Ramón AirportSmall Airport
Santa Fe AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Maria de Los Remedios AirstripSmall Airport
Tayoltita AirportSmall Airport
Yamoriba AirstripSmall Airport

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 4,543 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,572.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches.

How is the job market in San Ignacio?

The job market in San Ignacio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 145 business establishments in the area.

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