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Dolores, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Dolores is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 517. Elevation: 2,979 ft (908 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

517 Population 0/sq mi density
2,979 ft Elevation 908 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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People

Population517
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Population517
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Coordinates25.9816°, -107.1702°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dolores

Dolores is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet (908 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Dolores vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Dolores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Area4,738.4 sq mi (12,272.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates25.9816°N, 107.1702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.96"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 M5.1 115 km
Oct 26, 2009 16 km N of Badiraguato, Mexico M4.5 66 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 117 km
Aug 1, 2011 14 km ESE of Batopilas, Mexico M4.2 118 km
Jul 24, 2025 8 km ENE of Culiacán, Mexico M4.2 130 km
Jul 17, 2009 20 km NNW of Sanalona, Mexico M4.1 111 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Jan 5, 1994 22 km S of Guadalupe y Calvo, Mexico M3.8 26 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Pamela (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Pamela Category 1 258 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 156 km
2008 Norbert Category 1 190 km
2006 Lane Category 3 143 km
1998 Isis Category 1 208 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 245 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 198 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 143 km
1986 Newton Category 1 273 km
1986 Paine Category 1 174 km
1985 Waldo Category 1 248 km
1982 Paul Category 2 186 km
1981 Norma Category 2 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in Warmest
July 78°F (26°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
September 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in

Dolores has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 61°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and April the driest (0.3").

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Museums in Dolores

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura

Airports Near Dolores

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alicitos de Olivas AirstripSmall Airport
Alizal AirportSmall Airport
Arroyo Verde AirstripSmall Airport
Baborigame AirportSmall Airport
Babunica AirstripSmall Airport
Bacubirito AirportSmall Airport
Badiraguato AirportSmall Airport
Bamopa AirportSmall Airport
Barbechitos AirportSmall Airport
Bastantita AirstripSmall Airport
Batopito AirstripSmall Airport
Bazonopita de Abajo AirportSmall Airport
Buenavista de Atascaderos AirportSmall Airport
Cabrera AirstripSmall Airport
Calabacitas AirstripSmall Airport
Chinatú AirstripSmall Airport
Cienega de Araujo AirportSmall Airport
Cienega de Silva AirportSmall Airport
Cienega Prieta AirportSmall Airport
Cinco Llagas AirportSmall Airport
Copalquin AirstripSmall Airport
Cumbres de Sinforosa AirportSmall Airport
El Cajoncito AirportSmall Airport
El Corral Falso AirstripSmall Airport
El Cortijo de Guanetipa AirstripSmall Airport
El Guayabo AirstripSmall Airport
El Jacal AirstripSmall Airport
El Laurel AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon de Badiraguato AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon de Copalquin AirstripSmall Airport
El Llano de La Vega del Oso AirstripSmall Airport
El Palmito AirstripSmall Airport
El Pinal AirstripSmall Airport
El Puerto AirstripSmall Airport
El Purgatorio AirstripSmall Airport
El Rincon AirstripSmall Airport
El Roble Gordo AirstripSmall Airport
El Tigre AirstripSmall Airport
El Vallado AirportSmall Airport
El Zorrillo AirportSmall Airport
Encinitos AirportSmall Airport
Huixiopa AirstripSmall Airport
Huixiopa de La Loma Colorada AirportSmall Airport
La Cienega AirstripSmall Airport
La Cienega del Ojito AirportSmall Airport
La Haciendita AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirstripSmall Airport
La Joyita AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa de Las Milpas AirportSmall Airport
La Pichihuila AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Chihuahua

🇲🇽 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 Dolores

What is the population of Dolores?

Dolores has a population of 517 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,738.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dolores?

Dolores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.

How is the job market in Dolores?

The job market in Dolores is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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