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El Quelite, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

El Quelite is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 1,733. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1,733 Population 6/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
32.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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About El Quelite

El Quelite

El Quelite is a town located in the Mexican municipality of Mazatlán in the state of Sinaloa.
It is located 37 kilometers from the city of Mazatlán.
It has around 1,733 inhabitants.
It is noted for its colonial architecture and El Mesón de Los Laureanos restaurant.

People

Population1,733
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population1,733
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates23.5586°, -106.4681°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation32.3 inches (821 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Quelite

El Quelite is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 1,733. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 55 business establishments.

Income: El Quelite vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Quelite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area292.7 sq mi (758.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates23.5586°N, 106.4681°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.3"
15% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.66"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M3.8 on May 6, 2008.

Nov 13, 2001 109 km SW of Barrón, Mexico M6.1 142 km
Apr 1, 1991 112 km SW of Barrón, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Dec 8, 2000 131 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M5.5 146 km
Nov 13, 2001 93 km SW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.8 131 km
Dec 5, 2000 116 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Sep 2, 1994 116 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.5 131 km
Feb 15, 2001 128 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.5 145 km
Dec 30, 2000 122 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.4 137 km
Jul 27, 1994 105 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.3 123 km
Mar 10, 2002 112 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.2 131 km
Sep 2, 1994 91 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.2 108 km
Jan 13, 1999 117 km SW of Empaque Tarriba, Mexico M4.2 143 km
Aug 1, 1994 72 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Feb 15, 2001 107 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Jul 27, 1994 68 km W of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 78 km
Dec 22, 2000 113 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 122 km
May 6, 2008 124 km SW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 147 km
Jul 28, 1994 92 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 181 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 82 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 286 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 28 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 261 km
2018 Willa Category 3 117 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 186 km
2006 Lane Category 3 75 km
2006 John Category 3 269 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 250 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 214 km
1998 Isis Category 1 284 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 219 km
1995 Henriette Category 2 269 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 248 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 117 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 141 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 183 km
1986 Paine Category 2 248 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (199 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 83°F (29°C) 1.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 7.7 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
December 71°F (21°C) 1.3 in

El Quelite has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 69°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.7") and May the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near El Quelite

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 105.1 (Mazatlán) - 105.1 FM - XHERJ-FM - GPM (Grupo Promomedios) - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 105.1 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
GLOBO 97.9 (Mazatlán) - 97.9 FM - XHMMS-FM - Grupo RSN - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 97.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Lupe 92.1 FM Mazatlán adult hits, baladas en español AAC 125 kbps
RADIO DISNEY 93.1 (Mazatlán) - 93.1 FM -XHMZT-FM - Grupo Siete - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 93.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
MAGIA DIGITAL 88.9 (Mazatlán) - 88.9 FM - XHFIL-FM - MegaRadio - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 88.9 fm, américa MP3
W RADIO 104.3 (Mazatlán) - 104.3 FM - XHENX-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Mazatlán, Sinaloa 104.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Hotels in El Quelite

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near El Quelite

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Rafael Buelna International AirportMZTLarge Airport
Campo El Patole AirportSmall Airport
Ejidal AirstripSmall Airport
Ejido Pueblo Viejo AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Airstrip.Small Airport
El Palmarito AirstripSmall Airport
El Rosario AirstripSmall Airport
Elota AirstripSmall Airport
Juan Murillo AirportSmall Airport
La Lagunita AirstripSmall Airport
Las Azoteas AirstripSmall Airport
Leon's AirstripSmall Airport
Mazatlan Aerospace Park AirportSmall Airport
Mazfly S.C. AirportSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSmall Airport
Tayoltita AirportSmall Airport
Yamoriba AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Quelite

What is the population of El Quelite?

El Quelite has a population of 1,733 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 292.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Quelite?

El Quelite has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.

How is the job market in El Quelite?

The job market in El Quelite is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 55 business establishments in the area.

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