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Fronteras, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Fronteras is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 834. Elevation: 3,724 ft (1,135 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

834 Population 1/sq mi density
3,724 ft Elevation 1,135 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.3 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population834
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Population834
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Coordinates30.8973°, -109.5597°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation15.3 inches (388 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fronteras

Fronteras is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 834. The city sits at an elevation of 3,724 feet (1,135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Fronteras vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Fronteras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,724 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,724 ft (1,135 m)
Area1,156.2 sq mi (2,994.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates30.8973°N, 109.5597°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.3"
60% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (May) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2021.

Jul 31, 2021 17 km W of Bavispe, Mexico M5.2 65 km
Oct 16, 1999 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico M4.5 115 km
Aug 18, 2021 23 km NNE of Villa Hidalgo, Mexico M4.1 71 km
Oct 5, 1993 15 km NNE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M4.0 116 km
Oct 31, 1990 29 km E of Fronteras, Mexico M3.8 29 km
Oct 31, 1993 21 km NE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M3.7 118 km
Aug 5, 2021 24 km SSE of Animas, New Mexico M3.6 124 km
Oct 20, 1993 16 km E of Moctezuma, Mexico M3.5 123 km
Mar 10, 1992 33 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico M3.5 43 km
Apr 22, 2020 28 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico M3.5 88 km
Feb 27, 2018 32 km E of Esqueda, Mexico M3.4 35 km
Aug 12, 2021 21 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico M3.3 129 km
Aug 5, 2021 37 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico M3.3 113 km
Aug 10, 2021 19 km WNW of Huachinera, Mexico M3.1 79 km
Aug 5, 2021 31 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico M3.1 119 km
Jan 31, 2018 35 km ENE of Fronteras, Mexico M3.0 35 km
Aug 26, 2017 33 km SE of Agua Prieta, Mexico M3.0 41 km
Jan 4, 2020 22 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico M2.8 94 km
Aug 1, 2021 30 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico M2.5 47 km
Aug 5, 2021 33 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PASCO (104,011 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PASCO 104,011 90 km
2003 UNNAMED 38,998 75 km
2018 SAN LUIS 36,237 93 km
1994 FLAT COMPLEX 34,859 94 km
2011 CLOVERDALE2 33,552 76 km
2011 MONUMENT 30,219 86 km
1999 GARCIA 22,621 93 km
2011 TRUCK STOP 19,656 83 km
2009 HOG 18,086 84 km
1994 LYNCH 16,204 97 km
1988 PEAK 16,078 84 km
2012 CAMPINI 11,893 88 km
2017 SWISSHELMS 10,798 88 km
1989 SWISSHELM 8,452 87 km
2012 SCHOOL CANYON 8,374 97 km
2015 HOG 7,875 86 km
2022 FOSTER 7,615 89 km
2016 BAKER CANYON 7,562 74 km
2009 SKELETON 6,877 93 km
2001 VALENCY 6,249 72 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
June 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
September 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in

Fronteras has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and May the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Fronteras

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bisbee Douglas International AirportDUGMedium Airport
Agua Prieta Southwest AirportSmall Airport
Arizpe AirportSmall Airport
Bacanuchi AirstripSmall Airport
Bacerac AirportSmall Airport
Bacoachi AirstripSmall Airport
Baltasar AirstripSmall Airport
Bavispe AirportSmall Airport
Bisbee Municipal AirportBSQSmall Airport
Buenavista AirportSmall Airport
Cananea National AirportCNASmall Airport
Circle H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cochise College AirportSmall Airport
Colonia Oquita Montenegro AirstripSmall Airport
Cuarto de Milla StripSmall Airport
Diamond A Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Douglas Municipal AirportDGLSmall Airport
El Bajío del Oso AirfieldSmall Airport
Ethnos Air AirportSmall Airport
Evelyn FieldSmall Airport
Fronteras AirportSmall Airport
Huachinera AirportSmall Airport
La Calera AirportSmall Airport
La Gurruña AirportSmall Airport
La Mora AirportSmall Airport
La Púrica AirportSmall Airport
Lindsey Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Fronteras AirportSmall Airport
Murucutachi Mine AirportSmall Airport
Naco Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Milpita AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Chirriones AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Nuevo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Oaxaca AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Marcos AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa AirstripSmall Airport
Sinoquipe AirportSmall Airport
Skyline Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Thompson International Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Villa Hidalgo AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 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 Fronteras

What is the population of Fronteras?

Fronteras has a population of 834 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,156.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fronteras?

Fronteras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches.

How is the job market in Fronteras?

The unemployment rate in Fronteras is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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