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Bacanora, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Bacanora is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 547. Elevation: 1,624 ft (495 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

547 Population 1/sq mi density
1,624 ft Elevation 495 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population547
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,624 ft (495 m)
Population547
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,624 ft (495 m)
Coordinates28.9804°, -109.4003°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (680 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bacanora

Bacanora is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 547. The city sits at an elevation of 1,624 feet (495 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Bacanora vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bacanora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,624 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,624 ft (495 m)
Area854.6 sq mi (2,213.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates28.9804°N, 109.4003°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.8"
30% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.60"
Driest Month (May) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 10, 2021.

Apr 24, 2010 45 km SSW of Madera, Mexico M4.3 109 km
Oct 5, 1993 15 km NNE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Oct 31, 1993 21 km NE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M3.7 115 km
Oct 20, 1993 16 km E of Moctezuma, Mexico M3.5 91 km
Aug 10, 2021 19 km WNW of Huachinera, Mexico M3.1 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Norbert (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Norbert Category 1 231 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 294 km
1986 Newton Category 1 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
April 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Driest
June 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in

Bacanora has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 55°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and May the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Bacanora

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Restaurants in Bacanora

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Pasadita

Airports Near Bacanora

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguaje del Monte AirportSmall Airport
Arivechi AirportSmall Airport
Bacanora AirportSmall Airport
Bámori AirportSmall Airport
Cerro La Guata AirportSmall Airport
Divisaderos AirportSmall Airport
El Realito AirportSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
El Rodriguez AirportSmall Airport
El Sauz AirportSmall Airport
Estrella AirportSmall Airport
Guisamopa AirportSmall Airport
Huepaverachi AirportSmall Airport
Kilometro 84 AirportSmall Airport
La Simona AirportSmall Airport
Las Delicias AirportSmall Airport
Loma La Cuca AirportSmall Airport
Matarachi AirportSmall Airport
Mesa El Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
Mesa La Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Mina La India AirportSmall Airport
Nácori Chico AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Corral de Piedra AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Gallo Güero AirportSmall Airport
Sahuaripa AirportSmall Airport
San Pedro de La Cueva AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Lima AirportSmall Airport
Soyopa AirportSmall Airport
Talayotes AirportSmall Airport
Tarachi AirportSmall Airport
Tepache AirportSmall Airport
Tonichi AirportSmall Airport
Valle de Tacupeto AirportSmall Airport
Vicente Espinoza AirportSmall Airport
Yécora AirportSmall Airport

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 Bacanora

What is the population of Bacanora?

Bacanora has a population of 547 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 854.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bacanora?

Bacanora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.

How is the job market in Bacanora?

The job market in Bacanora faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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