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El Tambor, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
El Tambor is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 676. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 676 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.7472°, -105.0348° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Tambor
El Tambor is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 676. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: El Tambor vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 22 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Tambor
El Tambor has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1151 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 1,989.4 sq mi (5,152.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.7472°N, 105.0348°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 88 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 14.3 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 16.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 13.7 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 1.0 in |
El Tambor has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 60°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Tambor
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Corona Iñiguez | — | — | — | — |
| Ignacio Zaragoza | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Tambor
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| @FM (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 100.3 (Tepic) - 100.3 FM - XHTNY-FM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 550 (Tepic) - 550 AM - XEGNAY-AM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 550 am, am | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, Nayarit | 104.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, NA | 104.9, 104.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 98.5 (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Tepic) - 96.1 FM - XHEOO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tepic, Nayarit | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 48 kbps | |
| LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit | 94.5 fm, alica medios | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in El Tambor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit |
Libraries in El Tambor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Everardo Peña Navarro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Tambor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abarrotes Emma | |||||
| Mercado Amado Nervo | |||||
| Mercado Juan Escutia | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Popular Mololoa |
Breweries in El Tambor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Distribución Modelo |
Stadiums & Teams in El Tambor
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Olímpico Santa Teresita | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Toril |
Airports Near El Tambor
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Acaponeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores Nay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Llano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Ocotan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huajimic Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huaynamota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jazmines de Coyultita Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jesus Maria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Bugambilias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Higueras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gavilanes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mesa de Los Huicholes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mesa del Nayar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zoquipan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Tambor
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcoholicos Anónimos "Grupo San Blas" | ||
| Centro de Rehabilitación y Educación Especial | ||
| Marakame |
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What is the population of El Tambor?
El Tambor has a population of 676 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,989.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Tambor?
El Tambor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Tambor?
The job market in El Tambor is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.