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Santiago, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

Santiago is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 752. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

752 Population 3/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
16.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population752
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Population752
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates23.4786°, -109.7152°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation16.1 inches (410 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago

Santiago is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 752. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Santiago vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area293.0 sq mi (758.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates23.4786°N, 109.7152°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.1"
58% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.06"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

200 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 M6.5 122 km
Jun 18, 2023 Gulf of California M6.4 110 km
Sep 25, 2012 59 km NNE of La Paz, Mexico M6.3 140 km
Jun 22, 1991 101 km SW of Altata, Mexico M6.2 128 km
Jun 30, 1995 60 km N of La Paz, Mexico M6.2 144 km
Feb 18, 2004 78 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.9 93 km
Jun 30, 1995 27 km N of La Paz, Mexico M5.7 115 km
Sep 22, 2017 77 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.6 91 km
Sep 13, 2015 99 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 149 km
Jun 5, 2005 114 km SW of Las Arenitas, Mexico M5.6 139 km
Jan 5, 2009 87 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 104 km
Nov 5, 1998 81 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 96 km
Oct 5, 2012 109 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 123 km
Jul 7, 1998 112 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 137 km
Apr 4, 2021 97 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.4 125 km
Oct 30, 2001 84 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 103 km
Jul 25, 2021 99 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 116 km
Jan 21, 2025 134 km ESE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 146 km
Jul 16, 1999 91 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 108 km
Jul 17, 2007 109 km SSW of El Progreso, Mexico M5.3 135 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 1 226 km
2023 Norma Category 3 58 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 50 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 203 km
2020 Genevieve Category 2 148 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 33 km
2016 Newton Category 1 81 km
2014 Odile Category 3 44 km
2014 Norbert Category 2 202 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 169 km
2012 Paul Category 2 274 km
2009 Jimena Category 4 193 km
2008 Norbert Category 3 212 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 16 km
2006 Lane Category 3 257 km
2006 John Category 3 24 km
2005 Otis Category 2 271 km
2004 Javier Category 3 297 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 52 km
2003 Marty Category 2 31 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
June 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
July 83°F (29°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 4.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in

Santiago has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and March the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Santiago

2 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
CABO MIL 96.3 (Los Cabos) - 96.3 FM - XHSJS-FM - San José del Cabo, Baja California 96.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Santiago

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Produce Stand

Hotels in Santiago

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palomar
Palomar

Restaurants in Santiago

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palomar

Zoos in Santiago

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Zoologico de Santiago

Gas Stations in Santiago

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Santiago

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Los Cabos International AirportSJDLarge Airport
Cabo San Lucas International AirportCSWMedium Airport
Manuel Márquez de León International AirportLAPMedium Airport
Cabo Cortes AirstripSmall Airport
Carrizal AirportSmall Airport
El Pescadero AirstripSmall Airport
General Juan Domínguez Cota AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirstripSmall Airport
Los Frailes AirstripSmall Airport
Melitón Albáñez Domínguez AirstripSmall Airport
Península de los Sueños AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Colorada AirportPCOSmall Airport
Punta Pescadero AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Todos Santos AirstripSmall Airport
VIP Baja AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Santiago

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Barriles Wellness Center

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santiago

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mision de Santiago

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Santiago

What is the population of Santiago?

Santiago has a population of 752 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 293.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago?

Santiago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago?

The job market in Santiago is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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