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Álamos, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Álamos is a small city in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 9,345. Elevation: 1,250 ft (381 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,345 Population 3/sq mi density
1,250 ft Elevation 381 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population9,345
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Population9,345
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Coordinates27.0299°, -108.9392°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Álamos

Álamos is a small city in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 9,345. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 299 business establishments.

Income: Álamos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)299

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Álamos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,250 ft (381 m)
Area3,206.3 sq mi (8,304.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates27.0299°N, 108.9392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.81"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 28, 2021.

Sep 22, 1999 38 km SW of Pozo Dulce, Mexico M4.3 120 km
Oct 23, 1992 57 km WNW of El Aguajito, Mexico M4.2 131 km
Jul 28, 2021 47 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M4.2 150 km
Aug 1, 2011 14 km ESE of Batopilas, Mexico M4.2 132 km
May 29, 1998 13 km NW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M3.4 99 km
Mar 21, 1999 27 km WNW of El Aguajito, Mexico M2.9 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Manuel (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Manuel Category 1 265 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 24 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 181 km
2003 Marty Category 1 252 km
1998 Isis Category 1 215 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 162 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 160 km
1986 Newton Category 1 93 km
1986 Paine Category 1 217 km
1982 Paul Category 2 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 6.8 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in

Álamos has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in January to 86°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.8") and April the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Álamos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Madera - 96.1 FM [Cd. Madera, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Álamos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura
Museo Costumbrista
Museo Costumbrista

Libraries in Álamos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Álamos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Artesanias
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Álamos

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Pedregal Nature Lodge
El Pedregal Nature Lodge
Hotel Don Andres
Las Palmeras

Restaurants in Álamos

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Doña Lola- Kokys
Mexicanadas
Teresitas Bakery

Veterinaries in Álamos

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Happy Pet

Gas Stations in Álamos

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex
Pemex

Banks in Álamos

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banorte

Gyms in Álamos

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gimnasio Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Álamos

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Airports Near Álamos

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agropecuaria Amparan Airstrip-Small Airport
Álamos AirportXALSmall Airport
Benjamín M. Chaparro Airport-Small Airport
Camahuiroa North Airstrip-Small Airport
Camahuiroa South Airstrip-Small Airport
Cedros Airport-Small Airport
Chinipas Airport-Small Airport
Del Mayo Airport-Small Airport
El Duraznito Airstrip-Small Airport
El Fuerte Airport-Small Airport
El Manzanillal Airport-Small Airport
Huatabampo Base Airstrip-Small Airport
Huicorichic Airport-Small Airport
Ignacio Valenzuela Lagarda Airport-Small Airport
Jecopaco Airport-Small Airport
Jose Ángel Espinoza Ferrusquilla Airport-Small Airport
La Misión de Guadalupe Airport-Small Airport
Los Tanques Airport-Small Airport
Mina de Palmarejo Airport-Small Airport
Navojoa Base Airstrip-Small Airport
Navojoa Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Reyna Diana Airport-Small Airport
Rodríguez Airport-Small Airport
Témoris Airfield-Small Airport
Tetaroba Airstrip-Small Airport
Torocobampo Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Álamos

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alamos Seminary
Capilla de Zapopan
Capilla Virgen de Zapopan
Missionaries of Fatima Monastery
Purisima Concepcion

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 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 Álamos

What is the population of Álamos?

Álamos has a population of 9,345 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,206.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Álamos?

Álamos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.

How is the job market in Álamos?

Álamos has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 299 business establishments in the area.

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