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Los Tanques, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Los Tanques is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 621. Elevation: 1,020 ft (311 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

621 Population 0/sq mi density
1,020 ft Elevation 311 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population621
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Population621
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Coordinates27.2105°, -108.8949°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Los Tanques

Los Tanques is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 621. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet (311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Los Tanques vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Los Tanques has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Area3,206.3 sq mi (8,304.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates27.2105°N, 108.8949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.6"
33% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.93"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 1, 2011.

Sep 22, 1999 38 km SW of Pozo Dulce, Mexico M4.3 132 km
Oct 23, 1992 57 km WNW of El Aguajito, Mexico M4.2 149 km
Aug 1, 2011 14 km ESE of Batopilas, Mexico M4.2 130 km
May 29, 1998 13 km NW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M3.4 119 km
Mar 21, 1999 27 km WNW of El Aguajito, Mexico M2.9 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Manuel (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Manuel Category 1 283 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 30 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 191 km
2003 Marty Category 1 264 km
1998 Isis Category 1 235 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 182 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 180 km
1986 Newton Category 1 106 km
1986 Paine Category 1 237 km
1982 Paul Category 2 168 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in
September 83°F (29°C) 4.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in

Los Tanques has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 64°F in January to 88°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and April the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Los Tanques

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura
Museo Costumbrista
Museo Costumbrista

Libraries in Los Tanques

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Los Tanques

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Artesanias
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Los Tanques

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Los Tanques

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agropecuaria Amparan AirstripSmall Airport
Álamos AirportXALSmall Airport
Arechuyvo AirportSmall Airport
Aremeyvo AirportSmall Airport
Benjamín M. Chaparro AirportSmall Airport
Caballero AirportSmall Airport
Camahuiroa North AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa South AirstripSmall Airport
Cedros AirportSmall Airport
Cerro El Saucillo AirportSmall Airport
Chagayvo AirportSmall Airport
Chinipas AirportSmall Airport
Del Mayo AirportSmall Airport
El Duraznito AirstripSmall Airport
El Manzanillal AirportSmall Airport
Huatabampo Base AirstripSmall Airport
Huicorichic AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Valenzuela Lagarda AirportSmall Airport
Jecopaco AirportSmall Airport
Jose Ángel Espinoza Ferrusquilla AirportSmall Airport
La Misión de Guadalupe AirportSmall Airport
Las Moras AirportSmall Airport
Los Tanques AirportSmall Airport
Mina de Palmarejo AirportSmall Airport
Navojoa Base AirstripSmall Airport
Navojoa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Palmarito AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
Rosario AirportSmall Airport
San Jose de Caramechi AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Barbarocos AirportSmall Airport
Témoris AirfieldSmall Airport
Uruachi AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Los Tanques

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sagrado Corazon de Jesus

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 Los Tanques

What is the population of Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a population of 621 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,206.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.

How is the job market in Los Tanques?

Los Tanques has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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