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Canelas, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Canelas is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 734. Elevation: 4,436 ft (1,352 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

734 Population 1/sq mi density
4,436 ft Elevation 1,352 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population734
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Population734
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Coordinates25.1245°, -106.5464°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,127 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Canelas

Canelas is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 734. The city sits at an elevation of 4,436 feet (1,352 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Canelas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Canelas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,436 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Area1,027.2 sq mi (2,660.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates25.1245°N, 106.5464°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.75"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 16 km
Oct 26, 2009 16 km N of Badiraguato, Mexico M4.5 111 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 21 km
Jul 24, 2025 8 km ENE of Culiacán, Mexico M4.2 84 km
Jul 17, 2009 20 km NNW of Sanalona, Mexico M4.1 67 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 33 km
Jan 5, 1994 22 km S of Guadalupe y Calvo, Mexico M3.8 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

18 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Orlene (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 1 295 km
2022 Orlene Category 1 252 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 159 km
2018 Willa Category 3 259 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 151 km
2008 Norbert Category 1 300 km
2006 Lane Category 3 90 km
1998 Isis Category 1 247 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 258 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 259 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 81 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 299 km
1986 Paine Category 2 207 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 275 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 188 km
1983 Tico Category 2 249 km
1982 Paul Category 2 255 km
1981 Norma Category 2 159 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 1.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 10.8 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in

Canelas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 59°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and April the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Canelas

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alizal AirportSmall Airport
Amacuable AirportSmall Airport
Amaculi AirstripSmall Airport
Bacis AirportSmall Airport
Bastantita AirstripSmall Airport
Bayosa AirstripSmall Airport
Buenavista de Atascaderos AirportSmall Airport
Campo Puerto Rico AirportSmall Airport
Camposanto AirportSmall Airport
Canelas AirstripSmall Airport
Carbonera AirportSmall Airport
Carboneras AirstripSmall Airport
Cerro La Lobera AirportSmall Airport
Cienega de Los Beltrán AirstripSmall Airport
Cienega de Nuestra Señora AirportSmall Airport
Cienega de Silva AirportSmall Airport
Coluta AirstripSmall Airport
Copalquin AirstripSmall Airport
Cosalá AirportSmall Airport
El Bajío AirstripSmall Airport
El Carrizo de La Petaca AirstripSmall Airport
El Cortijo de Guanetipa AirstripSmall Airport
El Filtro AirportSmall Airport
El Guamuchil AirstripSmall Airport
El Guayabo AirstripSmall Airport
El Igualamo AirportSmall Airport
El Laurel AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon de Badiraguato AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon de Copalquin AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon Las Coloradas AirportSmall Airport
El Llano de La Vega del Oso AirstripSmall Airport
El Muerto AirportSmall Airport
El Platanar AirportSmall Airport
El Potrero AitportSmall Airport
El Pozo AirportSmall Airport
El Purgatorio AirstripSmall Airport
El Rincon AirstripSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirstripSmall Airport
El Sueño AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
El Zapatero AirstripSmall Airport
Galancita AirstripSmall Airport
Herradura de La Villita AirportSmall Airport
Huixiopa AirstripSmall Airport
Huixiopa de La Loma Colorada AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirportSmall Airport
La Campanilla AirstripSmall Airport
La Cienega AirstripSmall Airport
La Haciendita AirportSmall Airport
La Joyita AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Canelas

What is the population of Canelas?

Canelas has a population of 734 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,027.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Canelas?

Canelas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.

How is the job market in Canelas?

Canelas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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