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El Refugio, Mexico
Guanajuato · Mexico
El Refugio is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 756. Elevation: 5,748 ft (1,752 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 756 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,748 ft (1,752 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.9633°, -101.8969° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guanajuato |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.9 inches (403 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Refugio
El Refugio is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 756. The city sits at an elevation of 5,748 feet (1,752 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Refugio vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.1°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,748 ft (1,752 m) |
| Area | 178.7 sq mi (462.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.9633°N, 101.8969°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (125 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
El Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 58°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near El Refugio
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMOR 103.1 (León) - 103.1 FM - XHXF-FM - Grupo ACIR - León, Guanajuato | 103.1 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LG LA GRANDE 95.5 (León) - 95.5 FM - XHELG-FM - Promomedios - León, Guanajuato | 95.5 fm, américa | AAC | |
| ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco | 107.3 fm, américa | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Imagen Radio | news | MP3 48 kbps | |
| MATCH 97.5 (León) - 97.5 FM - XHPQ-FM - Grupo ACIR - León, Guanajuato | 97.5 fm, aac+ | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Imagen Radio 90.5 | news talk | MP3 48 kbps | |
| W RADIO 1030 (León) - 1030 AM - XEROPJ-AM - GlobalMedia - Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco | 1030 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 104.1 (León) - 104.1 FM - XHMD-FM - MVS Radio - León, Guanajuato | 104.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 99.3 (León) - 99.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Radiorama Bajío - León, Guanajuato | 1530 am, 99.3 fm | MP3 | |
| BLU FM 92.3 (León) - 92.3 FM - XHOI-FM - Promomedios - León, Guanajuato | 92.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| RADAR 88.9 (León) - 88.9 FM - XHXV-FM - Grupo Radar - León, Guanajuato | 88.9 fm, contemporary hits radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXTASIS DIGITAL 95.9 (León) - 95.9 FM - XHGTO-FM - Radiorama Bajío - León, Guanajuato | 590 am, 70s | MP3 | |
| @FM (León) - 1530 AM - XESD-AM - Radiorama - León, Guanajuato | 1530 am, 99.3 fm | MP3 |
Museums in El Refugio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anillo de Hierro | ||||
| Centro de Ciencias Explora | ||||
| Museo de Arte Sacro | ||||
| Museo de Artes e Historia | ||||
| Museo de Jalpa de Cánovas | ||||
| Museo de la Ciudad | ||||
| Museo de las Identidades Leonesas | ||||
| Museo Hermenegildo Bustos |
Libraries in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblbioteca Carlos Monsivais | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central Estatal Wigberto Jiménez Moreno | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de la Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro del Saber de Chapalita | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro del Saber de Chapalita | 0.0 | |||||
| sistec ejemplo | 0.0 | |||||
| sistec ejemplo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Cuero y Piel | |||||
| Mercado de Manuel Doblado | |||||
| Mercado Flores Magon | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Manuel G. Aranda | |||||
| Mercado Republica | |||||
| Plaza Hidalgo | |||||
| Plaza Hidalgo | |||||
| Tianguis Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in El Refugio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Refugio
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguascalientes International Airport | AGU | Large Airport |
| Guanajuato International Airport | BJX | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo de Campo Cortés | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo del Fraccionamento Vergel de la Sierra | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo del Rancho Medio Sitio | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo El Tepozán | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Sofía | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato) | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos Airport | LOM | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Refugio
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de rehabilitacion Santa Rita de Casia |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Refugio?
El Refugio has a population of 756 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 178.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Refugio?
El Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Refugio?
The job market in El Refugio is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.