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El Barranco Azul, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

El Barranco Azul is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 620. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

620 Population 1/sq mi density
807 ft Elevation 246 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population620
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Population620
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates24.3999°, -99.1163°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (701 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Barranco Azul

El Barranco Azul is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 620. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet (246 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: El Barranco Azul vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Barranco Azul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area851.7 sq mi (2,206.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.3999°N, 99.1163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.79"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 96 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 102 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 75 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 41 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 86 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 104 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 99 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 134 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 127 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 136 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 116 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 131 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 114 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 120 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Hanna (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Hanna Category 1 269 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 298 km
2010 Alex Category 2 70 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 268 km
2005 Emily Category 3 79 km
2003 Erika Category 1 177 km
2000 Keith Category 1 235 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 39 km
1983 Barry Category 1 197 km
1980 Allen Category 4 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in
June 84°F (29°C) 3.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 3.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in

El Barranco Azul has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near El Barranco Azul

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
+Azteka Radio (Río Verde) - Online - www.aztekaradio.com - Río Verde, San Luis Potosí américa, banda MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near El Barranco Azul

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
El Caracol AirportSmall Airport
El Paraíso Uno AirportSmall Airport
El Retoño AirportSmall Airport
Ganaderia Veintiuno de Enero AirportSmall Airport
Güémez AirportSmall Airport
La Escuadra AirportSmall Airport
La Trinidad AirportSmall Airport
Méndez AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Loma Prieta AirportSmall Airport
Montemorelos AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Dolores AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Buenos Aires AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Tinieblo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho La Nutria AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Paloma AirportSmall Airport
Sotolar AirportSmall Airport
Turismo Lago Guerrero AirportSmall Airport
Vaquerias AirstripSmall 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 Barranco Azul

What is the population of El Barranco Azul?

El Barranco Azul has a population of 620 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 851.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Barranco Azul?

El Barranco Azul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

How is the job market in El Barranco Azul?

The job market in El Barranco Azul is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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