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El Rancho, Mexico

México · Mexico

El Rancho is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 512. Elevation: 2,874 ft (876 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

512 Population 2/sq mi density
2,874 ft Elevation 876 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population512
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation2,874 ft (876 m)
Population512
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,874 ft (876 m)
Coordinates18.6809°, -100.2787°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Rancho

El Rancho is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 512. The city sits at an elevation of 2,874 feet (876 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: El Rancho vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Rancho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,874 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,874 ft (876 m)
Area241.3 sq mi (624.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.6809°N, 100.2787°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

484 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 140 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 131 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 140 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 63 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 139 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 39 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 94 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 98 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 56 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 140 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 110 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 85 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 84 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 67 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 80 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 204 km
2024 John Category 3 162 km
2023 Otis Category 5 109 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 264 km
2021 Rick Category 2 201 km
2017 Max Category 1 250 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 258 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 197 km
1996 Alma Category 2 236 km
1996 Boris Category 1 176 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 292 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 299 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 298 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 240 km
1984 Odile Category 2 233 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 73 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 80 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 129 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 178 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 180 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 10.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 10.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 10.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest

El Rancho has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 70°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Rancho

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in El Rancho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near El Rancho

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Rancho

What is the population of El Rancho?

El Rancho has a population of 512 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 241.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Rancho?

El Rancho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Rancho?

The job market in El Rancho is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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