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Melchor Ocampo, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Melchor Ocampo is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 527. Elevation: 5,801 ft (1,768 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

527 Population 0/sq mi density
5,801 ft Elevation 1,768 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
37.9 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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People

Population527
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation5,801 ft (1,768 m)
Population527
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,801 ft (1,768 m)
Coordinates28.1935°, -108.3676°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation37.9 inches (963 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Melchor Ocampo

Melchor Ocampo is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 527. The city sits at an elevation of 5,801 feet (1,768 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Melchor Ocampo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Melchor Ocampo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 267 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 37.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,801 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above Mexico avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,801 ft (1,768 m)
Area1,194.8 sq mi (3,094.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates28.1935°N, 108.3676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.9"
0% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.69"
Driest Month (May) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 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 89 km
Apr 24, 2010 45 km SSW of Madera, Mexico M4.3 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Norbert (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Norbert Category 1 137 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 291 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 297 km
1986 Newton Category 1 218 km
1982 Paul Category 2 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest
June 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 8.7 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in
December 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in

Melchor Ocampo has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 48°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.7") and May the driest (0.6").

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Gas Stations in Melchor Ocampo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex E0927

Airports Near Melchor Ocampo

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Creel International Airport / Barrancas del Cobre Regional AirportMedium Airport
Arechuyvo AirportSmall Airport
Aremeyvo AirportSmall Airport
Arisiachi AirportSmall Airport
Benjamín M. Chaparro AirportSmall Airport
Caballero AirportSmall Airport
Cahuisori AirportSmall Airport
Cerro El Saucillo AirportSmall Airport
Chagayvo AirportSmall Airport
Divisadero Barrancas AirstripSmall Airport
El Duraznito AirstripSmall Airport
El Maguechi AirportSmall Airport
El Manzanillal AirportSmall Airport
El Pilar AirportSmall Airport
El Rebaje AirportSmall Airport
El Zapote AirportSmall Airport
Estrella AirportSmall Airport
Guisamopa AirportSmall Airport
Huicorichic AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Valenzuela Lagarda AirportSmall Airport
Jecopaco AirportSmall Airport
La Cieneguita AirstripSmall Airport
La Misión de Guadalupe AirportSmall Airport
Matachí AirportSmall Airport
Matarachi AirportSmall Airport
Melchor Ocampo AirportSmall Airport
Mesa El Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Maycovita AirportSmall Airport
Mina La India AirportSmall Airport
Palmarito AirportSmall Airport
San Jose de Caramechi AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Barbarocos AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Lima AirportSmall Airport
Talayotes AirportSmall Airport
Tarachi AirportSmall Airport
Uruachi AirportSmall Airport
Yécora AirportSmall Airport

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 Melchor Ocampo

What is the population of Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo has a population of 527 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,194.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches.

How is the job market in Melchor Ocampo?

The job market in Melchor Ocampo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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