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Madera, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Madera is a small city in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 15,447. Elevation: 6,946 ft (2,117 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

15,447 Population 4/sq mi density
6,946 ft Elevation 2,117 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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People

Population15,447
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation6,946 ft (2,117 m)
Population15,447
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,946 ft (2,117 m)
Coordinates29.1927°, -108.1433°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (638 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Madera

Madera is a small city in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 15,447. The city sits at an elevation of 6,946 feet (2,117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 494 business establishments.

Income: Madera vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)494

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Madera

Madera has an average annual temperature of 14.5°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jun (22.3°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 468 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F -6° / 21.3° 14.1
Feb 7.1°C / 45°F -5.1° / 23.1° 22.2
Mar 9.8°C / 50°F -3.4° / 25.9° 19.7
Apr 13.8°C / 57°F -0.4° / 29.7° 2.4
May 17.6°C / 64°F 3.7° / 31.9° 4.4
Jun 22.3°C / 72°F 9.7° / 36.3° 38.7
Jul 22°C / 72°F 13.1° / 34.8° 131.2
Aug 21°C / 70°F 12.6° / 33.4° 128.4
Sep 19.4°C / 67°F 9.6° / 31.3° 51.8
Oct 15.8°C / 61°F 1.6° / 28.9° 17.7
Nov 11.2°C / 52°F -1.1° / 25.4° 18.3
Dec 7.7°C / 46°F -3.5° / 22° 19.0
Madera experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,946 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Mexico avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,946 ft (2,117 m)
Area3,512.0 sq mi (9,096.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates29.1927°N, 108.1433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.42"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 12, 2022.

Jul 12, 2022 14 km ENE of San Juanito, Mexico M4.6 144 km
Apr 24, 2010 45 km SSW of Madera, Mexico M4.3 46 km
Oct 5, 1993 15 km NNE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M4.0 124 km
Jul 16, 1993 35 km SW of La Constitución, Mexico M3.8 122 km
Oct 31, 1993 21 km NE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M3.7 119 km
Oct 20, 1993 16 km E of Moctezuma, Mexico M3.5 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Norbert (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Norbert Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in

Madera has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.4") and April the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Madera

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Héroes de la Revolución
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Radio Stations near Madera

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Madera

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apple Inn
Hotel Casa Grande
Hotel Kii
Hotel Vida Flores
Real del Bosque

Restaurants in Madera

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafetería los Lobos
Kokopelli
La Casa del Venado
La Cueva del Indio
Mariscos Sinaloa

Monuments in Madera

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Los Venados

Clinics in Madera

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cruz Roja

Gas Stations in Madera

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #9934284685
Pemex E01345
Pemex E04626
Pemex E07719
Pemex E07767

Banks in Madera

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBVA
Cajero BBA

Airports Near Madera

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuapocaSmall Airport
Arisiachi AirportSmall Airport
Colonia Alamillo AirportSmall Airport
El Maguechi AirportSmall Airport
El Presoncito AirportSmall Airport
Estrella AirportSmall Airport
General Roberto Fierro AirportSmall Airport
Huizopa de Dolores AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Zaragoza AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa Tres Ríos AirportSmall Airport
La Pinta AirportSmall Airport
La Simona AirportSmall Airport
Matachí AirportSmall Airport
Matarachi AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Mesa del Huracán AirportSmall Airport
Mina La India AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Blanco AirportSmall Airport
San Buenaventura AirportSmall Airport
San José Babícora AirportSmall Airport
Santo Tomás AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Madera

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correos de Mexico

Churches & Religious Organizations in Madera

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla San Lorenzo
Catedral San Pedro
San Judas Tadeo

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Chihuahua

🇲🇽 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 Madera

What is the population of Madera?

Madera has a population of 15,447 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,512.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Madera?

Madera has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.

How is the job market in Madera?

The job market in Madera is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 494 business establishments in the area.

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