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El Refugio, Mexico
México · Mexico
El Refugio is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 559. Elevation: 6,014 ft (1,833 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,014 ft (1,833 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.8302°, -99.7146° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | México |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.4 inches (1,077 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Refugio
El Refugio is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet (1,833 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Refugio vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,014 ft (1,833 m) |
| Area | 65.1 sq mi (168.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.8302°N, 99.7146°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 31 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 68 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 85 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 117 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 8.1 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.3 in |
El Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near El Refugio
28 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 102.1 (Toluca) - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México | 102.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Bestia (Toluca) - 103.7 FM - XHQY-FM - Toluca, Estado de México | 103.7 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 100.1 VOX FM Radio Hits (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Crystal (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México | 93.3 fm, crystal | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México | 91.3 fm, amatepec | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 100.1 (Morelos) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| AMOR 92.5 (Toluca) - 92.5 FM - XHRJ-FM - Grupo ACIR - Toluca, Estado de México | 92.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ULTRA 101.3 (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México | 101.3 fm, contemporary hits | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México | 1600 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ultra (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México | 101.3 fm, contemporary | MP3 96 kbps | |
| LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero | 92.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney Toluca - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México | 102.1 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Crystal 93.3 | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 93.3 (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México | 93.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| W RADIO 102.9 (Toluca) - 102.9 FM - XHTOL-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Toluca, Estado de México | 102.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 91.7 FM - XHGEM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM | 91.7, 91.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM | 1600, 1600 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| UniRadio 99.7 | radio college | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Crystal 104.9 FM | banda, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Crystal 106.1 FM | banda, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MEXIQUENSE RADIO 1600 (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México | 1600 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM | 104.5, 104.5 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Los 40 Cuernavaca | moderno, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| @FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| ARROBA FM 93.3 (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| VOX FM Radio Hits 100.1 (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Lokura FM (Ixtapan de la Sal) - 99.5 FM - XHXI-FM - Capital Media - Ixtapan de la Sal, Estado de México | 99.5 fm, capital media | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in El Refugio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Malinalco | ||||
| Museo Grutas de la Estrella |
Libraries in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Digital del Estado de Mexico | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de la flor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tetipac | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in El Refugio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Refugio
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | MEX | Large Airport |
| General Mariano Matamoros International Airport | CVJ | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Chiconcuac | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Taxco | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Los Ojuelos | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Zacacoyuca | — | Small Airport |
| Albatros Residencial Aéreo | — | Small Airport |
| Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
| Mexico City Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tequesquitengo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vista Hermosa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Refugio
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Quirofisico Y Rehabilitacion |
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What is the population of El Refugio?
El Refugio has a population of 559 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 65.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Refugio?
El Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.
How is the job market in El Refugio?
The job market in El Refugio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.