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Las Bocas, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Las Bocas is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 1,049. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1,049 Population 1/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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About Las Bocas

Las Bocas

Las Bocas is a small fishing village located in the south of the Mexican state of Sonora. It is part of the Huatabampo municipality. Despite being part of Huatabampo, most properties there are owned by families from Navojoa who have their second house next to the beach.

People

Population1,049
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population1,049
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates26.5903°, -109.3334°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Bocas

Las Bocas is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 1,049. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: Las Bocas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Bocas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1,525.5 sq mi (3,950.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates26.5903°N, 109.3334°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.49"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 19, 2013 98 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 113 km
Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 110 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 125 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 125 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 119 km
Jan 13, 2013 76 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 109 km
Mar 29, 2017 71 km WSW of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 120 km
Dec 26, 1991 62 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Feb 22, 2005 66 km W of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 121 km
Jan 13, 2013 79 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.4 121 km
Jul 28, 1997 55 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.4 141 km
Mar 12, 2011 64 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.4 147 km
Oct 13, 2016 52 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 130 km
Jan 18, 2001 99 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M5.3 113 km
Mar 28, 2007 43 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 125 km
Jul 3, 2009 55 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 138 km
Apr 18, 2024 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 127 km
Mar 28, 2007 54 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Feb 25, 2007 73 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 142 km
Sep 3, 1996 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 256 km
2014 Odile Category 3 270 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 240 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 4 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 136 km
2006 Lane Category 3 293 km
2006 John Category 1 275 km
2003 Ignacio Category 1 266 km
2003 Marty Category 1 198 km
1998 Isis Category 1 169 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 103 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 113 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 300 km
1986 Newton Category 1 48 km
1986 Paine Category 1 181 km
1982 Paul Category 2 104 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 86°F (30°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 4.5 in Wettest
September 85°F (29°C) 3.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in

Las Bocas has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 62°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Las Bocas

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

Airports Near Las Bocas

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agropecuaria Amparan AirstripSmall Airport
Álamos AirportXALSmall Airport
Camahuiroa North AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa South AirstripSmall Airport
Cedros AirportSmall Airport
Del Mayo AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Ahome AirportSmall Airport
El Fuerte AirportSmall Airport
Huatabampo Base AirstripSmall Airport
La Constancia AirportSmall Airport
La Soledad AirportSmall Airport
Los Tanques AirportSmall Airport
Mayocoba Agricultural AirstripSmall Airport
Mochicahui AirportSmall Airport
Navojoa Base AirstripSmall Airport
Navojoa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
Rodríguez AirportSmall Airport
Rosales AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Anita del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Santa Paula AirportSmall Airport
Teras AirportSmall Airport
Torocobampo 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 Las Bocas

What is the population of Las Bocas?

Las Bocas has a population of 1,049 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,525.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Bocas?

Las Bocas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches.

How is the job market in Las Bocas?

The job market in Las Bocas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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