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El Refugio, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
El Refugio is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,830. Elevation: 7,182 ft (2,189 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,830 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,182 ft (2,189 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0048°, -99.1884° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Refugio
El Refugio is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,830. The city sits at an elevation of 7,182 feet (2,189 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Refugio vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,182 ft (2,189 m) |
| Area | 85.5 sq mi (221.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0048°N, 99.1884°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 103 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 116 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 124 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 130 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 185 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in |
El Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 55°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (0.3").
Schools in El Refugio
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Victor Gil | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Refugio
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal (Valle de México) - 103.7 FM - XHCME-FM - Grupo Siete - Coacalco / Melchor Ocampo, EM | 103.7, 103.7 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Refugio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Site of Tula | ||||
| Centro Cultural de Tepeji del Río | ||||
| Espacio Cultural Comunitario | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Tula “Jorge R. Acosta” | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de la Labranza | ||||
| Parque museo del ferrocarril | ||||
| Sala de Orientación y Servicios Guadalupe Mastache | ||||
| Sala Histórica Quetzalcoatl |
Libraries in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Progreso de O. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Alfonso Cravioto | 0.0 | |||||
| Josefa Ortíz de Domínguez | 0.0 | |||||
| Lic. Benito Juárez García | 0.0 | |||||
| Octavio Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Prof. Isauro Rodríguez Estrada | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Cruz Azul | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado de Municipal | |||||
| Mercado de Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Coyotepec | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tizayuca | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Mixquiahuala | |||||
| Nueva Central de Abastos de Tecámac | |||||
| Plaza Tlaxcoapan | |||||
| Tianguis Tepeji del Rio |
Clinics in El Refugio
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Refugio
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Refugio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Refugio
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | MEX | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | — | Small Airport |
| Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Cadereyta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
| Mexico City Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Refugio
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Cruz Roja | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Refugio
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia El Refugio |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Refugio?
El Refugio has a population of 1,830 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 85.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Refugio?
El Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.
How is the job market in El Refugio?
The job market in El Refugio is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.