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El Arenal, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
El Arenal is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 1,015. Elevation: 6,237 ft (1,901 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,015 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,237 ft (1,901 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.0604°, -104.4313° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.7 inches (501 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Arenal
El Arenal is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 1,015. The city sits at an elevation of 6,237 feet (1,901 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: El Arenal vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Arenal
El Arenal has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jun (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 442 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,237 ft (1,901 m) |
| Area | 45.6 sq mi (118.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.0604°N, 104.4313°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 10 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in |
El Arenal has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 53°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Arenal
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tremenda (Durango) - 96.5 FM - XHDNG-FM - Grupo Garza Limón - Durango, DG | 96.5, 96.5 fm | MP3 185 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 94.9 (Durango) - 94.9 FM - XHCCAV-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - Durango, Durango | 94.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| VIDA ROMÁNTICA 104.5 (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| La Nueva (El Salto) - 93.3 FM - XHPNVO-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - El Salto, Pueblo Nuevo, Durango | 93.3 fm, américa | AAC 32 kbps | |
| 104.5 Vida Romántica (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| W RADIO 92.5 (Durango) - 92.5 FM - XHCCAU-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Durango, Durango | 92.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 99.7 (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango | 99.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| @FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, GR | 99.7, 99.7 fm | MP3 | |
| Lobos FM (Laguna) - 88.7 FM - XHLUAD-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Durango - Gómez Palacio, DG | 88.7, 88.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 101.3 (Durango) - 101.3 FM - XHCAV-FM - Armas Radio - Durango, Durango | 101.3 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO FÓRMULA 590 (Durango) - 590 AM - XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| Radio Fórmula (Durango) - 105.3 FM / 590 AM - XHE-FM / XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango | 105.3 fm, 590 am | AAC | |
| España FM 92.9 | college radio, cultural | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Arroba FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, Durango | 99.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| W Radio 92.5 FM Durango | durango, grupo radio cañón | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Arenal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Ferrería - Precolumbia | ||||
| Museo de Historia Francisco Villa | ||||
| Museo de la Ciudad | ||||
| Museo Regional de Durango | ||||
| Palacio del Conde del Valle de Súchil | ||||
| Tunel de Minería |
Libraries in El Arenal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biiblioteca Estatal | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Información ITD | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Arenal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito Verde Durango | |||||
| Mercado Juárez |
Stadiums & Teams in El Arenal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Arenal
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport | DGO | Medium Airport |
| El Durangueño Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Temazcal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Escobas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Praderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Cura Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco del Mezquital Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of El Arenal?
El Arenal has a population of 1,015 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 45.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Arenal?
El Arenal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches.
How is the job market in El Arenal?
The job market in El Arenal is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.