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La Bocana, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Bocana is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 1,349. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1,349 Population 3/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
6.6 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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About La Bocana

La Bocana Roja Formation is a geological formation in Baja California, Mexico. Its strata date back to the Late Cretaceous, although the precise age is unclear. Dinosaur remains have been recovered from the formation.

People

Population1,349
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain6.6 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population1,349
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates26.8864°, -109.6687°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation6.6 inches (168 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Bocana

La Bocana is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 1,349. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.6 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: La Bocana vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Bocana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. The area gets 351 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 6.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area486.9 sq mi (1,261.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates26.8864°N, 109.6687°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.6"
83% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.62"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 17, 2025.

Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 108 km
Oct 19, 2013 98 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 110 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 98 km
Jan 19, 2018 79 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M6.3 142 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 111 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 111 km
Mar 29, 2017 71 km WSW of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 135 km
Jan 13, 2013 76 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Feb 22, 2005 66 km W of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 139 km
Oct 1, 1996 70 km NE of Loreto, Mexico M5.5 127 km
Jan 13, 2013 79 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.4 132 km
Jan 18, 2001 99 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M5.3 111 km
Jan 21, 2022 76 km SSW of Bahía de Lobos, Mexico M5.3 120 km
Jul 3, 2024 77 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.3 142 km
Sep 3, 1996 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 115 km
Feb 23, 2007 83 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 134 km
Feb 23, 2007 85 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 129 km
Feb 25, 2007 73 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 134 km
May 28, 2006 88 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Feb 25, 2007 88 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 228 km
2014 Odile Category 2 248 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 286 km
2009 Jimena Category 2 272 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 49 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 107 km
2006 John Category 1 289 km
2003 Ignacio Category 1 286 km
2003 Marty Category 1 179 km
1998 Isis Category 1 210 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 132 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 154 km
1986 Newton Category 1 25 km
1986 Paine Category 1 226 km
1982 Paul Category 2 148 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 65°F (19°C) 0.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
July 91°F (33°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 3.6 in Wettest
September 85°F (29°C) 2.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in

La Bocana has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 59°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in La Bocana

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Francisco I. Madero
Primaria Francisco I. Madero
Primaria Francisco I. Madero
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Radio Stations near La Bocana

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
105.3 la ZETA (US) banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Madera - 96.1 FM [Cd. Madera, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Zeta 105.3 FM (US) regional mexican AAC+ 64 kbps
La Zeta 106.7 (US) AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in La Bocana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa General Alvaro Obregón
Museo Álvaro Obregón
Museo Tradicional Profesor

Libraries in La Bocana

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in La Bocana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Tienda de María Elena

Stadiums & Teams in La Bocana

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Airports Near La Bocana

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad Obregón International AirportCENMedium Airport
Aeroservicios La Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Amparan AirstripSmall Airport
Álamos AirportXALSmall Airport
Camahuiroa North AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa South AirstripSmall Airport
Club Aereo Del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Del Mayo AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Ahome AirportSmall Airport
El Crucero AirportSmall Airport
Familia Baldenebro Jaimes AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aereas Cervantes AirportSmall Airport
Huatabampo Base AirstripSmall Airport
La Huerta AirportSmall Airport
Navojoa Base AirstripSmall Airport
Navojoa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Nuestra Señora de Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
Rodríguez AirportSmall Airport
San Agustin AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro Labrador AirportSmall Airport
San Joaquin AitportSmall Airport
Santa Anita del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara I AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cecilia AirportSmall Airport
Santa Patricia AirportSmall Airport
Solidaridad AirportSmall Airport
Teras AirportSmall Airport
Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Torocobampo AirportSmall Airport
Vicam AirportSmall Airport
Villa Juárez AirportSmall 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 La Bocana

What is the population of La Bocana?

La Bocana has a population of 1,349 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 486.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Bocana?

La Bocana has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.6 inches.

How is the job market in La Bocana?

The job market in La Bocana is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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