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El Paranal (Arocha), Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
El Paranal (Arocha) is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 518. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 518 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.2754°, -105.0812° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Paranal (Arocha)
El Paranal (Arocha) is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 518. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: El Paranal (Arocha) vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Paranal (Arocha)
El Paranal (Arocha) has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1151 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 282 ft (86 m) |
| Area | 878.1 sq mi (2,274.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.2754°N, 105.0812°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 62 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 13.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 14.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in |
El Paranal (Arocha) has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.4") and April the driest (0.1").
Schools in El Paranal (Arocha)
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cursos Comunitarios | — | — | — | — |
| Enrique C. Rebsamen | — | — | — | — |
| J. Jesús Jiménez Chávez | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Maria Morelos | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Comunitaria | — | — | — | — |
| Vicente Guerrero | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Paranal (Arocha)
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| @FM (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 100.3 (Tepic) - 100.3 FM - XHTNY-FM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 550 (Tepic) - 550 AM - XEGNAY-AM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 550 am, am | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, Nayarit | 104.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, NA | 104.9, 104.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 98.5 (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Tepic) - 96.1 FM - XHEOO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tepic, Nayarit | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in El Paranal (Arocha)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Museo Interactivo de Ciencias e Innovación de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Interactivo de Ciencias e Innovación de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Regional de Compostela | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit |
Libraries in El Paranal (Arocha)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Magna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Everardo Peña Navarro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Emilia Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Emilia Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Información | 0.0 | |||||
| Francisco Severo Maldonado | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Paranal (Arocha)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Amado Nervo | |||||
| Mercado Juan Escutia | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Compostela | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Compostela | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Xalisco | |||||
| Mercado Popular Mololoa |
Stadiums & Teams in El Paranal (Arocha)
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Auditorio Amado Nervo | ||
| Estadio de Béisbol de la UAN | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Lienzo Charro |
Airports Near El Paranal (Arocha)
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | Large Airport |
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Llano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huaynamota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jazmines de Coyultita Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Bugambilias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Higueras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Banderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zoquipan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Paranal (Arocha)
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación y Educación Especial | ||
| Clínica Santa María | ||
| Unidad de Salud |
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What is the population of El Paranal (Arocha)?
El Paranal (Arocha) has a population of 518 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 878.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Paranal (Arocha)?
El Paranal (Arocha) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Paranal (Arocha)?
The job market in El Paranal (Arocha) is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.