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Choix, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

Choix is a small city in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 9,306. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,306 Population 6/sq mi density
787 ft Elevation 240 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
32.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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About Choix

Choix is a small city in the Mexican state of Sinaloa. It is the municipal seat of Choix Municipality and is located inland, in the northernmost corner of the state.
The city reported 9,305 inhabitants in the 2010 census. It contains the locality Sauzadebaca.

People

Population9,306
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Population9,306
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates26.7090°, -108.3255°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation32.3 inches (820 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Choix

Choix is a small city in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 9,306. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 298 business establishments.

Income: Choix vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)298

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Choix

Choix has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.2°C), the coldest is Jan (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 738 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.4°C / 67°F 9.5° / 29.4° 21.1
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 9.7° / 30.7° 14.9
Mar 22.5°C / 73°F 11.7° / 33.4° 7.1
Apr 25.7°C / 78°F 14.8° / 36.6° 1.3
May 28.6°C / 83°F 18° / 39.3° 3.8
Jun 32.2°C / 90°F 23.8° / 40.6° 61.9
Jul 30.6°C / 87°F 24° / 37.3° 204.1
Aug 30°C / 86°F 23.7° / 36.4° 208.8
Sep 29.5°C / 85°F 22.9° / 36.1° 119.1
Oct 27.5°C / 82°F 18.7° / 36.3° 42.1
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 13.3° / 33.2° 36.3
Dec 19.4°C / 67°F 9.5° / 29.4° 17.0
Choix has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Area1,492.2 sq mi (3,864.8 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates26.7090°N, 108.3255°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.3"
15% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.39"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 1, 2011.

Aug 1, 2011 14 km ESE of Batopilas, Mexico M4.2 77 km
Jun 12, 1998 12 km SW of Bachoco, Mexico M3.6 134 km
May 29, 1998 13 km NW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M3.4 84 km
Dec 30, 1999 3 km SSW of Colonia 24 de Febrero, Mexico M3.4 126 km
Mar 21, 1999 27 km WNW of El Aguajito, Mexico M2.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Manuel (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Manuel Category 1 215 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 49 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 236 km
2006 Lane Category 3 246 km
2003 Marty Category 1 287 km
1998 Isis Category 1 191 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 170 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 146 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 250 km
1986 Newton Category 1 147 km
1986 Paine Category 1 181 km
1982 Paul Category 2 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
June 87°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in

Choix has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 64°F in January to 87°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and April the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Choix

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA MORRITA 95.3 (El Fuerte) - 95.3 FM - XHPFRT-FM - Luz Network - El Fuerte, Sinaloa 95.3 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
LA KEBUENA 98.5 FM (El Fuerte) - 98.5 FM - XHCCCD-FM - Ap Grupo Radio - El Fuerte, Sinaloa 98.5 fm, ap grupo radio MP3 192 kbps

Train Stations in Choix

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Descanso

Gas Stations in Choix

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex E01759

Airports Near Choix

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Álamos AirportXALSmall Airport
Bacayopa Airstrip-Small Airport
Batopilas Airport-Small Airport
Chinipas Airport-Small Airport
Cienega Prieta Airport-Small Airport
El Carrizo Ahome Airport-Small Airport
El Duraznito de Choix Airstrip-Small Airport
El Encino Airstrip-Small Airport
El Fuerte Airport-Small Airport
Jesus Maria Airstrip-Small Airport
Jose Ángel Espinoza Ferrusquilla Airport-Small Airport
La Pichihuila Airstrip-Small Airport
Las Moras Airport-Small Airport
Los Tanques Airport-Small Airport
Los Veneros Airstrip-Small Airport
Masahiashi Airport-Small Airport
Mesa del Frijol Airport-Small Airport
Mesa Larga Airport-Small Airport
Mina de Palmarejo Airport-Small Airport
Mineral de Polanco Airport-Small Airport
Morelos Airport-Small Airport
Rancho de Burgos Airstrip-Small Airport
Rancho Mesa Los Leales Airstrip-Small Airport
Rodríguez Airport-Small Airport
San Ignacio 2 Airport-Small Airport
San Ignacio Airport-Small Airport
San José de Gracia Airstrip-Small Airport
San Miguel de Tubares Airport-Small Airport
San Pantaleon Airstrip-Small Airport
Santa Ana Airport-Small Airport
Santa Rosa Airstrip-Small Airport
Témoris Airfield-Small Airport
Tetaroba Airstrip-Small Airport
Torocobampo Airport-Small Airport
Urique Airport-Small Airport
Zarupa Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Choix

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Ignacio de Loyola
Virgen de Fatima

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Choix

What is the population of Choix?

Choix has a population of 9,306 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,492.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Choix?

Choix has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.

How is the job market in Choix?

Choix has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 298 business establishments in the area.

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