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Altata, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

Altata is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 2,001. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,001 Population 383/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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About Altata

Altata

Altata is a small town in Navolato Municipality connected to the Pacific Ocean, located about 45 miles west of Culiacán, Sinaloa in Mexico by Freeway 30.

People

Population2,001
Density383/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population2,001
Population Density383 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates24.6325°, -107.9297°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (455 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Altata

Altata is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 2,001. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Altata vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Altata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates24.6325°N, 107.9297°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.16"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

182 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jun 22, 1991 101 km SW of Altata, Mexico M6.2 102 km
Mar 16, 1990 72 km SSW of El Huitusi, Mexico M6.1 115 km
Feb 18, 2004 78 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Mar 19, 1996 71 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Mar 18, 1994 86 km SSW of El Huitusi, Mexico M5.7 120 km
Jun 5, 2005 114 km SW of Las Arenitas, Mexico M5.6 115 km
May 12, 1994 63 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Oct 5, 2012 109 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 131 km
Nov 5, 1998 81 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 140 km
Jul 7, 1998 112 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 113 km
Jan 5, 2009 87 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 124 km
Jun 27, 1991 43 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 43 km
Apr 4, 2021 97 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.4 98 km
Jul 25, 2021 99 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 112 km
Oct 30, 2001 84 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 122 km
Jan 31, 2019 Baja California Sur, Mexico M5.3 138 km
Oct 25, 1990 92 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 120 km
Aug 7, 2015 86 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 117 km
Jul 17, 2007 109 km SSW of El Progreso, Mexico M5.3 118 km
Jul 16, 1999 91 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Norma Category 2 279 km
2022 Orlene Category 1 268 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 256 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 162 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 190 km
2016 Newton Category 1 295 km
2014 Odile Category 3 266 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 18 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 258 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 218 km
2006 Lane Category 3 64 km
2006 John Category 3 205 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 165 km
2003 Marty Category 2 225 km
1999 Greg Category 1 286 km
1998 Isis Category 1 118 km
1996 Fausto Category 2 203 km
1995 Henriette Category 2 289 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 111 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 51 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.3 in
July 86°F (30°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 85°F (30°C) 4.7 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.2 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 2.5 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in

Altata has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 66°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (0.0").

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Farmers Markets in Altata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Hidalgo

Hotels in Altata

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Villas Tortuga – Hotel y Restaurant

Restaurants in Altata

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Bonita
Mariscos Cuarto Tope
Vimaral

Gas Stations in Altata

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DieselMax

Breweries in Altata

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tecate

Airports Near Altata

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bachigualato Federal International AirportCULLarge Airport
Acatita AirportSmall Airport
Aero Agricola El Caimanero AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones La 300 AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones La Nanchi AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Maranatu AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Murillo AirstripSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Puerto Rico AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
Aeromar AirportSmall Airport
Agrícola La Fortuna AirportSmall Airport
Badiraguato AirportSmall Airport
Batopito AirstripSmall Airport
Cacaraguas AirportSmall Airport
Campo Berlin AirportSmall Airport
Campo La Primavera AirportSmall Airport
Campo Montelargo AirportSmall Airport
Campo Patricia AirportSmall Airport
Campo Puerto Rico AirportSmall Airport
Campo Santa AuroraSmall Airport
Camposanto AirportSmall Airport
Capitan Birotes AirportSmall Airport
Carbonera AirportSmall Airport
Carboneras AirstripSmall Airport
Chilicote AirportSmall Airport
El Bolsón AirportSmall Airport
El Castillo AirportSmall Airport
El Corazon AirportSmall Airport
El Cortijo de Guanetipa AirstripSmall Airport
El Dorado AirportSmall Airport
El Gavilán AirportSmall Airport
El Milagro de San Jose AirstripSmall Airport
El Mochomo AirportSmall Airport
El Pozo AirportSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
El Sueño AirportSmall Airport
El Tapacal AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aereas Perez AirportSmall Airport
Gatos Bravos AirportSmall Airport
Herradura de La Villita AirportSmall Airport
Huerta Caimanero AirportSmall Airport
Jose Galindo Ruiz AirportSmall Airport
Jova Agrícola AirportSmall Airport
La Campanera AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza AirportSmall Airport
La Huerta Godoy AirportSmall Airport
La Luna AirportSmall Airport
La Michoacana AirportSmall Airport
La Miseria AirstripSmall Airport
La Noria AirportSmall 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 Altata

What is the population of Altata?

Altata has a population of 2,001 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Altata?

Altata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.

How is the job market in Altata?

The job market in Altata is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

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