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Alumbres, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Alumbres is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 525. Elevation: 6,886 ft (2,099 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

525 Population 3/sq mi density
6,886 ft Elevation 2,099 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population525
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation6,886 ft (2,099 m)
Population525
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,886 ft (2,099 m)
Coordinates20.6692°, -98.6891°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alumbres

Alumbres is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 525. The city sits at an elevation of 6,886 feet (2,099 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Alumbres vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Alumbres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 30.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,886 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,886 ft (2,099 m)
Area164.4 sq mi (425.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates20.6692°N, 98.6891°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.70"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 17, 2019.

Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 110 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 136 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 90 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 72 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 127 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 91 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 110 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 65 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 110 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 109 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 119 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 44 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 65 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 42 km
Sep 5, 2002 1 km NNW of Juárez Coronaco, Mexico M3.8 145 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 141 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 136 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 105 km
2017 Katia Category 2 166 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 230 km
2010 Karl Category 3 279 km
2007 Dean Category 2 146 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 167 km
2000 Keith Category 1 216 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 146 km
1993 Gert Category 2 63 km
1990 Diana Category 2 136 km
1988 Debby Category 1 145 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 151 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 166 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 170 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 183 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 6.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 6.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 5.9 in
September 67°F (19°C) 8.7 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in
November 62°F (16°C) 1.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in

Alumbres has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Alumbres

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador 94.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Alumbres

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán

Libraries in Alumbres

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
El Porvenir0.0
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Alumbres

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Alumbres

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Alumbres

What is the population of Alumbres?

Alumbres has a population of 525 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 164.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alumbres?

Alumbres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.

How is the job market in Alumbres?

The job market in Alumbres is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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