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Melchor Ocampo, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Melchor Ocampo is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 723. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

723 Population 1/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
15.9 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population723
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population723
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates26.5325°, -109.1761°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation15.9 inches (403 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Melchor Ocampo

Melchor Ocampo is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 723. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.9 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Melchor Ocampo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Melchor Ocampo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area1,525.5 sq mi (3,950.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates26.5325°N, 109.1761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.9"
58% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

143 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 M6.6 124 km
Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 121 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 140 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 139 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Jan 13, 2013 76 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 117 km
Mar 29, 2017 71 km WSW of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Dec 26, 1991 62 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Feb 22, 2005 66 km W of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 125 km
Mar 12, 2011 64 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.4 146 km
Jan 13, 2013 79 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.4 127 km
Jul 28, 1997 55 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.4 140 km
Oct 13, 2016 52 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 130 km
Jul 3, 2009 55 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Jan 18, 2001 99 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M5.3 124 km
Dec 26, 1991 66 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 150 km
Mar 28, 2007 43 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.3 124 km
Apr 18, 2024 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Mar 28, 2007 54 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.2 134 km
Feb 25, 2007 88 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lorena (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Lorena Category 1 299 km
2016 Newton Category 1 272 km
2014 Odile Category 3 282 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 226 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 14 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 150 km
2006 Lane Category 3 277 km
2006 John Category 1 279 km
2003 Marty Category 1 206 km
2003 Ignacio Category 1 267 km
1998 Isis Category 1 160 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 102 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 104 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 284 km
1986 Paine Category 1 169 km
1986 Newton Category 1 65 km
1982 Paul Category 2 94 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
June 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
July 87°F (31°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 4.8 in Wettest
September 85°F (30°C) 3.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in

Melchor Ocampo has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 63°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Melchor Ocampo

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Telesecundaria N°10
Escuela Plutarco Elias Calles
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Gas Stations in Melchor Ocampo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #4649932767

Airports Near Melchor Ocampo

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aerofumigaciones La Guamuchilera AirportSmall Airport
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
Nuevo Santa Rosa AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
Rodríguez AirportSmall Airport
Rosales AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Paula AirportSmall Airport
Tetaroba AirstripSmall Airport
Torocobampo AirportSmall Airport
Villa Juárez AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Melchor Ocampo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Católica Melchor Ocampo

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 Melchor Ocampo

What is the population of Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo has a population of 723 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 Melchor Ocampo?

Melchor Ocampo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches.

How is the job market in Melchor Ocampo?

The job market in Melchor Ocampo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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