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El Troncón, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

El Troncón is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 836. Elevation: 4,626 ft (1,410 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

836 Population 1/sq mi density
4,626 ft Elevation 1,410 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population836
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment17.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Population836
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Coordinates23.4927°, -104.3870°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Troncón

El Troncón is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 836. The city sits at an elevation of 4,626 feet (1,410 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 17.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: El Troncón vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.4%
383% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Troncón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,626 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,626 ft (1,410 m)
Area601.6 sq mi (1,558.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.4927°N, 104.3870°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
42% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 143 km
Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 69 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 187 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 237 km
2018 Willa Category 3 126 km
2006 Lane Category 3 281 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 66 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 126 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 291 km
1983 Tico Category 3 206 km
1981 Norma Category 2 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 73 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 69°F (20°C) 5.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.3 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in

El Troncón has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in El Troncón

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Secundaria Técnica No. 28
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Gas Stations in El Troncón

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near El Troncón

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDGOMedium Airport
El Temazcal AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
La Candelaria AirstripSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
La Peña del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Las Escobas AirportSmall Airport
Las Margaritas AirstripSmall Airport
Las Praderas AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
Los Charcos AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho del Carmen AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco del Mezquital AirstripSmall Airport
San Pedro AirstripSmall Airport
Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa AirstripSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Troncón

What is the population of El Troncón?

El Troncón has a population of 836 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 601.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Troncón?

El Troncón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.

How is the job market in El Troncón?

The job market in El Troncón faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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