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La Providencia, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Providencia is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 4,916. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

4,916 Population 1/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population4,916
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population4,916
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates28.7228°, -111.5872°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (171 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Providencia

La Providencia is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 4,916. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.7 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 157 business establishments.

Income: La Providencia vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Providencia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area9,030.8 sq mi (23,389.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates28.7228°N, 111.5872°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.7"
82% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.81"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

130 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 28, 2025.

Apr 12, 2012 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M7.0 148 km
Aug 3, 2009 96 km WNW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.9 133 km
Jan 4, 2006 75 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.6 81 km
Apr 12, 2012 83 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Sep 24, 2004 81 km WSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.9 112 km
Mar 5, 1993 68 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.7 150 km
Mar 24, 2000 51 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.6 133 km
Jul 31, 2021 60 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 126 km
Aug 3, 2009 90 km NE of San Luis, Mexico M5.5 139 km
Aug 10, 2014 65 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 116 km
Apr 26, 2011 73 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.3 140 km
Aug 6, 2022 67 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 118 km
Oct 3, 1992 58 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 137 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M5.2 101 km
Apr 29, 2011 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.2 150 km
May 24, 2011 65 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.1 127 km
Oct 14, 2024 84 km W of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.0 119 km
Apr 20, 2011 67 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.0 146 km
Apr 12, 2012 73 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Nov 24, 2000 72 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 260 km
2014 Odile Category 1 244 km
2009 Jimena Category 1 239 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 252 km
2003 Marty Category 1 282 km
1992 Lester Category 1 278 km
1986 Newton Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in
April 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
July 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in Warmest
August 88°F (31°C) 1.8 in Wettest
September 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
October 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in

La Providencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.8") and April the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near La Providencia

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Ignacio L. Pesqueira International AirportHMOLarge Airport
8 de Mayo AirstripSmall Airport
Bahía de Kino AirportSmall Airport
Club de Aviones Ultraligeros de Hermosillo AirstripSmall Airport
El Socorro AirportSmall Airport
La Fortuna AirportSmall Airport
La Yesca de Hermosillo AirportSmall Airport
Leo AirportSmall Airport
Tiburón AerodromeSmall 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 Providencia

What is the population of La Providencia?

La Providencia has a population of 4,916 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 9,030.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Providencia?

La Providencia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Providencia?

The job market in La Providencia is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 157 business establishments in the area.

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