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El Abra, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

El Abra is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 2,342. Elevation: 479 ft (146 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2,342 Population 8/sq mi density
479 ft Elevation 146 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
50.7 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About El Abra

El Abra

El Abra is the name given to an extensive archeological site, located in the valley of the same name. El Abra is situated in the east of the municipality Zipaquirá extending to the westernmost part of Tocancipá in the department of Cundinamarca, Colombia. The several hundred metres long series of rock shelters is in the north of the Bogotá savanna on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense, Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes at an altitude of 2,570 metres (8,430 ft). The rock shelter and cave system is one of the first evidences of human settlement in the Americas, dated at 12,400 ± 160 years BP. The site was used by the hunter-gatherers of the Late Pleistocene epoch.

People

Population2,342
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Population2,342
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Coordinates22.6203°, -99.0202°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.7 inches (1,288 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Abra

El Abra is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 2,342. The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet (146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: El Abra vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Abra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area293.7 sq mi (760.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates22.6203°N, 99.0202°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.7"
33% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 124 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 124 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 104 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 149 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 129 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 119 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 124 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 105 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 41 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 141 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 130 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 272 km
2017 Katia Category 2 298 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 266 km
2010 Alex Category 2 132 km
2007 Dean Category 2 295 km
2005 Emily Category 3 267 km
2000 Keith Category 1 115 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 177 km
1993 Gert Category 2 185 km
1990 Diana Category 2 254 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 215 km
1988 Debby Category 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
April 80°F (26°C) 1.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 9.7 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in

El Abra has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 65°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near El Abra

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BONITA 91.1 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.1 FM - XHECM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
EXA FM 91.9 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.9 FM - XHRLM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.9 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Libraries in El Abra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in El Abra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Plaza Ramsal

Breweries in El Abra

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Tigre
Modelorama

Stadiums & Teams in El Abra

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Airports Near El Abra

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aero Fumigaciones David AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones El Primo AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Quila AirportSmall Airport
Alicia AirportSmall Airport
Anna AirstripSmall Airport
Benny AirportSmall Airport
Betty AirportSmall Airport
Campo Verde AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cruz Negra AirstripSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
Ejido González AirportSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
El Jefe AirstripSmall Airport
El Limonal AirportSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
El Paraiso AirportSmall Airport
El Rocio AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Husky AirportSmall Airport
Ju-Bar AirportSmall Airport
La Chijolosa AirportSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Lomita AirstripSmall Airport
La Palma AirportSmall Airport
La Simiente AirstripSmall Airport
Lindavista AirstripSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Los Cerones AirportSmall Airport
Manantiales AirportSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Montañas del Gualul AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Ocotlán AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Promesa AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Bernal AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Casco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Misión AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Peñitas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tancasneque 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 El Abra

What is the population of El Abra?

El Abra has a population of 2,342 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 293.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Abra?

El Abra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches.

How is the job market in El Abra?

The job market in El Abra is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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