Moctezuma (Sonora), Mexico
Sonora · Mexico
Moctezuma (Sonora) is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 4,787. Elevation: 2,093 ft (638 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 4,787 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,093 ft (638 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.8062°, -109.6795° |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Sonora |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.0 inches (583 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Moctezuma (Sonora)
Moctezuma (Sonora) is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 4,787. The city sits at an elevation of 2,093 feet (638 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,093 ft (638 m) |
| Area | 854.6 sq mi (2,213.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8062°N, 109.6795°W |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in |
Moctezuma (Sonora) has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 53°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and May the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Moctezuma (Sonora)
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad de la Sierra | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Moctezuma (Sonora)
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela primaria Benito Juarez | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín de Niños Augusto Federico Proebel | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Moctezuma (Sonora)
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Moctezuma (Sonora)
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Moctezuma (Sonora)
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Moctezuma (Sonora)
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aconchi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aribabi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arizpe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacadéhuachi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bacerac Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Banámichi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bavispe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenavista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cumpas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Divisaderos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Javian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| El Rodeo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Sauz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Granados Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Huachinera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huásabas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huépac Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huepaverachi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Púrica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Delicias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murucutachi Mine Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nácori Chico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho La Milpita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Nuevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Santo Niño Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro de La Cueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinoquipe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tepache Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Hidalgo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Moctezuma (Sonora)
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria |
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Meteorites Near Moctezuma (Sonora)
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Moctezuma (Sonora).
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Moctezuma | 1889 |
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What is the population of Moctezuma (Sonora)?
Moctezuma (Sonora) has a population of 4,787 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 854.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moctezuma (Sonora)?
Moctezuma (Sonora) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches.
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