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Copala, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

Copala is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 506. Elevation: 1,785 ft (544 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

506 Population 1/sq mi density
1,785 ft Elevation 544 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population506
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Population506
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Coordinates23.3949°, -105.9328°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,163 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Copala

Copala is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 506. The city sits at an elevation of 1,785 feet (544 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Copala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Copala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,785 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Area1,069.3 sq mi (2,769.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.3949°N, 105.9328°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.8"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.42"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Nov 13, 2001.

Nov 13, 2001 93 km SW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.8 141 km
Sep 2, 1994 91 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.2 143 km
Aug 1, 1994 72 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.0 124 km
Jul 27, 1994 68 km W of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 120 km
Jul 28, 1994 92 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 124 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 58 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 85 km
2018 Willa Category 3 62 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 244 km
2006 Lane Category 3 124 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 166 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 215 km
1995 Henriette Category 1 291 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 62 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 194 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 225 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 142 km
1986 Newton Category 1 239 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 186 km
1983 Tico Category 3 67 km
1981 Norma Category 2 67 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (172 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 172 km
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Warmest
July 76°F (25°C) 11.4 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 10.8 in
September 76°F (24°C) 9.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Copala has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 65°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.4") and April the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Copala

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 105.1 (Mazatlán) - 105.1 FM - XHERJ-FM - GPM (Grupo Promomedios) - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 105.1 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
GLOBO 97.9 (Mazatlán) - 97.9 FM - XHMMS-FM - Grupo RSN - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 97.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Lupe 92.1 FM Mazatlán adult hits, baladas en español AAC 125 kbps
RADIO DISNEY 93.1 (Mazatlán) - 93.1 FM -XHMZT-FM - Grupo Siete - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 93.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
MAGIA DIGITAL 88.9 (Mazatlán) - 88.9 FM - XHFIL-FM - MegaRadio - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 88.9 fm, américa MP3
W RADIO 104.3 (Mazatlán) - 104.3 FM - XHENX-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 104.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Copala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario "Gral. Domingo Rubi"

Restaurants in Copala

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alejandros

Cafes in Copala

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Famoso Pay

Airports Near Copala

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Rafael Buelna International AirportMZTLarge Airport
Coyotes AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Airstrip.Small Airport
El Palmarito AirstripSmall Airport
El Rosario AirstripSmall Airport
El Salto AirportSmall Airport
Mazatlan Aerospace Park AirportSmall Airport
Mazfly S.C. AirportSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSmall Airport
Tayoltita AirportSmall Airport

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 Copala

What is the population of Copala?

Copala has a population of 506 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,069.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Copala?

Copala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.

How is the job market in Copala?

The job market in Copala is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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