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Cananea, Mexico
Sonora · Mexico
Cananea is a mid-size city in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 31,560. Elevation: 5,253 ft (1,601 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 31,560 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,253 ft (1,601 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.9835°, -110.2976° |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Sonora |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.7 inches (552 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cananea
Cananea is a mid-size city in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 31,560. The city sits at an elevation of 5,253 feet (1,601 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.
Income: Cananea vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,010 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cananea
Cananea has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (7.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 412 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,253 ft (1,601 m) |
| Area | 980.2 sq mi (2,538.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9835°N, 110.2976°W |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 1.9 in |
Cananea has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and May the driest (0.2").
Schools in Cananea
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Secundaria General Mártires de 1906 | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Cananea | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico Industrial y de Servicios #106 | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. Primaria Prof. Alfonso Atondo Garcia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cananea
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORO Radio 107.3 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Hotels in Cananea
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cananea
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cananea
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cananea
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cananea
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cananea
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cananea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cananea
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bisbee Douglas International Airport | DUG | Medium Airport |
| Nogales International Airport | NOG | Medium Airport |
| Nogales International Airport | OLS | Medium Airport |
| Sierra Vista Municipal Airport / Libby Army Air Field | FHU | Medium Airport |
| Agua Prieta Southwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizpe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Babocomari Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacanuchi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bacoachi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baltasar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bisbee Municipal Airport | BSQ | Small Airport |
| Buenavista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cananea National Airport | CNA | Small Airport |
| Cochise College Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuarto de Milla Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cuitaca Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dawn Ridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eagle Runway | - | Small Airport |
| Elfrida Landing Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Ethnos Air Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Evelyn Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flying K Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fronteras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Calera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Gurruña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Púrica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lindsey Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mesa de Fronteras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murucutachi Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Naco Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pioneer Runway | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho La Milpita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Antonio Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Domingo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skyline Air Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tasícuri-Magdalena de Kino / Rodolfo Soto Bartell Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Thompson International Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tombstone Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Whetstone Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wren Field | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Cananea?
Cananea has a population of 31,560 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 980.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cananea?
Cananea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.
How is the job market in Cananea?
Cananea has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,010 business establishments in the area.