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Santa Catarina, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

Santa Catarina is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 561. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

561 Population 2/sq mi density
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population561
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Population561
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates23.1351°, -109.6896°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 561. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Santa Catarina vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Catarina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area293.0 sq mi (758.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.1351°N, 109.6896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M5.3 on Jan 21, 2025.

Oct 3, 2002 111 km ESE of La Rivera, Mexico M6.5 120 km
Jun 18, 2023 Gulf of California M6.4 102 km
Jun 22, 1991 101 km SW of Altata, Mexico M6.2 145 km
Feb 18, 2004 78 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.9 105 km
Sep 22, 2017 77 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.6 99 km
Jun 5, 2005 114 km SW of Las Arenitas, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Oct 5, 2012 109 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 130 km
Jul 7, 1998 112 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Jan 5, 2009 87 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 121 km
Nov 5, 1998 81 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 108 km
Apr 4, 2021 97 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.4 147 km
Jul 25, 2021 99 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 134 km
Oct 30, 2001 84 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 132 km
Jul 16, 1999 91 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 123 km
Apr 13, 2023 81 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 126 km
Oct 25, 1990 92 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 126 km
Jan 19, 2009 115 km SW of El Pescadero, Mexico M5.3 149 km
Aug 7, 2015 86 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 131 km
Jan 31, 2019 Baja California Sur, Mexico M5.3 110 km
Jan 21, 2025 134 km ESE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

40 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lorena (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Lorena Category 1 200 km
2023 Norma Category 3 42 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 15 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 179 km
2020 Genevieve Category 2 125 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 50 km
2016 Newton Category 1 58 km
2014 Odile Category 3 34 km
2014 Norbert Category 2 184 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 186 km
2012 Paul Category 2 280 km
2009 Jimena Category 4 187 km
2008 Norbert Category 3 238 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 10 km
2006 Lane Category 3 259 km
2006 John Category 3 35 km
2005 Otis Category 2 248 km
2004 Javier Category 3 282 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 79 km
2003 Marty Category 2 15 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in

Santa Catarina has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 63°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Santa Catarina

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Estado de Yucatan
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Radio Stations near Santa Catarina

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Exa FM Los Cabos - 103.9 FM - XHCCAC-FM - MVS Radio - Los Cabos, Baja California Sur 103.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Radiante - 91.1 FM [La Paz, Baja California Sur] music, news MP3 320 kbps
LA RADIO DE SUDCALIFORNIA 99.1 (Los Cabos) - 99.1 FM - XHLUC-FM - Instituto Estatal de Radio y Televisión de Baja California Sur - Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur 99.1 fm, américa MP3
CABO MIL 96.3 (Los Cabos) - 96.3 FM - XHSJS-FM - San José del Cabo, Baja California 96.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Santa Catarina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cactus sanctuary

Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Popular Cabo San Lucas
Papagallo's Mexican Handcrafts
Papagallo's Mexican Handcrafts

Clinics in Santa Catarina

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Catarina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Catarina

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Los Cabos International AirportSJDLarge Airport
Cabo San Lucas International AirportCSWMedium Airport
Cabo Cortes AirstripSmall Airport
Carrizal AirportSmall Airport
El Pescadero AirstripSmall Airport
La Campana AirstripSmall Airport
Los Frailes AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Colorada AirportPCOSmall Airport
Punta Pescadero AirportSmall Airport
Todos Santos 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 Santa Catarina

What is the population of Santa Catarina?

Santa Catarina has a population of 561 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 293.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Catarina?

Santa Catarina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Catarina?

The job market in Santa Catarina is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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