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El Recodo, Mexico

Nayarit · Mexico

El Recodo is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 768. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

768 Population 1/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
49.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population768
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population768
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates22.5219°, -105.3419°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,262 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Recodo

El Recodo is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 768. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: El Recodo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Recodo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area819.0 sq mi (2,121.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates22.5219°N, 105.3419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 13.62"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 16, 2023.

Sep 14, 2010 60 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M5.6 130 km
Sep 14, 2010 74 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.5 147 km
Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 95 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 121 km
Feb 16, 2023 64 km WSW of Palmar de Cuautla, Mexico M4.0 107 km
Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Mar 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Atonalisco, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 217 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 50 km
2022 Orlene Category 3 88 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 191 km
2021 Nora Category 1 214 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 280 km
2018 Willa Category 4 51 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 245 km
2011 Jova Category 1 272 km
2006 Lane Category 3 164 km
2006 John Category 2 279 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 53 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 174 km
1995 Henriette Category 1 279 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 56 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 294 km
1993 Calvin Category 1 292 km
1989 Kiko Category 1 274 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 182 km
1986 Newton Category 1 245 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 94 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 84°F (29°C) 4.1 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 13.1 in
August 82°F (28°C) 13.6 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 11.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in

El Recodo has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.6") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in El Recodo

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cursos Comunitarios
Cursos Comunitarios
Estado de Coahuila
Juan Escutia
Juan Escutia
Leona Vicario
Martin Lopez Beltran
16 de Septiembre
Miguel Hidalgo
Juan Escutia
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Radio Stations near El Recodo

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KAÑONA 94.3 (Escuinapa) - 94.3 FM - XHQE-FM - Megamedios Sur - Escuinapa, Sinaloa 94.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA 570, 570 am MP3
La patrona - 94.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La patrona - 95.1 FM [Bocoyna, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Patrona (Acaponeta) - 98.1 FM - XHLH-FM - Alica Medios - Acaponeta, NA 98.1, 98.1 fm MP3
LA PATRONA 570 (Escuinapa) - 570 AM - XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Escuinapa, Sinaloa 570 am, 92.5 fm MP3

Airports Near El Recodo

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acaponeta AirportSmall Airport
Dolores Nay AirportSmall Airport
El Rosario AirstripSmall Airport
Jazmines de Coyultita AirstripSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
Las Norias AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirstripSmall Airport
Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Los Huicholes AirstripSmall Airport
Mesa del Nayar AirportSmall Airport
Nahuatl AirstripSmall Airport
Pista Aérea de TuxpanSmall Airport
Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa AirstripSmall Airport
Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National AirportSmall 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 Recodo

What is the population of El Recodo?

El Recodo has a population of 768 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 819.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Recodo?

El Recodo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches.

How is the job market in El Recodo?

The job market in El Recodo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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