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La Estancia del Refugio, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

La Estancia del Refugio is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 750. Elevation: 5,509 ft (1,679 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

750 Population 15/sq mi density
5,509 ft Elevation 1,679 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population750
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Population750
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Coordinates20.2963°, -101.9317°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Estancia del Refugio

La Estancia del Refugio is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 750. The city sits at an elevation of 5,509 feet (1,679 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: La Estancia del Refugio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Estancia del Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,509 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates20.2963°N, 101.9317°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on May 22, 2025.

May 22, 2025 2 km WSW of Nueva Italia de Ruiz, Mexico M4.8 144 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 95 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 129 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 119 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 95 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 127 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 104 km
Mar 8, 2007 6 km E of Apatzingán, Mexico M4.1 140 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 70 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 94 km
Dec 18, 2001 7 km NE of La Huacana, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 88 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 82 km
May 19, 2006 4 km NNW of Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico M4.0 148 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 94 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 91 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Dec 18, 2001 5 km NNW of La Huacana, Mexico M3.9 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 282 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 281 km
2021 Rick Category 2 193 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 258 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 295 km
1996 Alma Category 2 260 km
1996 Boris Category 1 180 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 285 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 265 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 267 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 53 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 5.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

La Estancia del Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near La Estancia del Refugio

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 kbps
LOS 40 MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in La Estancia del Refugio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno"0.0
Biblioteca UNIVA0.0

Farmers Markets in La Estancia del Refugio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"

Stadiums & Teams in La Estancia del Refugio

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Estancia del Refugio

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Pajacuaran AirportSmall Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Estancia del Refugio

What is the population of La Estancia del Refugio?

La Estancia del Refugio has a population of 750 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Estancia del Refugio?

La Estancia del Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Estancia del Refugio?

The job market in La Estancia del Refugio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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