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Canatlán, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
Canatlán is a small city in Durango, Mexico with a population of 11,495. Elevation: 6,490 ft (1,978 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 11,495 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,490 ft (1,978 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.5265°, -104.7740° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.1 inches (537 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canatlán
Canatlán is a small city in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 11,495. The city sits at an elevation of 6,490 feet (1,978 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: Canatlán vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 368 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Canatlán
Canatlán has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jun (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (9.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 491 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,490 ft (1,978 m) |
| Area | 1,882.2 sq mi (4,875.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.5265°N, 104.7740°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in |
Canatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 51°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and March the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Canatlán
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Normal Rural J. Guadalupe Aguilera | College | — | — |
| Esuela Secundaria General Luis Donaldo Colosio Murrieta | College | — | — |
Schools in Canatlán
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariano Balleza Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| COBAED | — | — | — | — |
| CBTa 28 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Canatlán
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tremenda (Durango) - 96.5 FM - XHDNG-FM - Grupo Garza Limón - Durango, DG | 96.5, 96.5 fm | MP3 185 kbps | |
| La Nueva (El Salto) - 93.3 FM - XHPNVO-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - El Salto, Pueblo Nuevo, Durango | 93.3 fm, américa | AAC 32 kbps | |
| 104.5 Vida Romántica (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 590 (Durango) - 590 AM - XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| Radio Fórmula (Durango) - 105.3 FM / 590 AM - XHE-FM / XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| España FM 92.9 | college radio, cultural | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Arroba FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, Durango | 99.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| W Radio 92.5 FM Durango | durango, grupo radio cañón | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Canatlán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Morelos |
Monuments in Canatlán
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Canatlán
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Canatlán
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Canatlán
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport | DGO | Medium Airport |
| Coyotes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Durangueño Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Escobas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Praderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Cura Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rodeo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Papasquiaro Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Canatlán?
Canatlán has a population of 11,495 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,882.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canatlán?
Canatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches.
How is the job market in Canatlán?
The job market in Canatlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 368 business establishments in the area.