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Molango, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Molango is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 3,929. Elevation: 5,305 ft (1,617 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,929 Population 24/sq mi density
5,305 ft Elevation 1,617 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Molango

Molango

Molango is a town and one of the 84 municipalities of Hidalgo, in central-eastern Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 246.7 km2 (95.3 sq mi).

People

Population3,929
Density24/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Population3,929
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Coordinates20.7869°, -98.7288°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Molango

Molango is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 3,929. The city sits at an elevation of 5,305 feet (1,617 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 126 business establishments.

Income: Molango vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)126

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Molango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,305 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Area164.4 sq mi (425.7 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates20.7869°N, 98.7288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.70"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 137 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 98 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 97 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 60 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 79 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 97 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 114 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 50 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 93 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 70 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 109 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 112 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 97 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 52 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 52 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 149 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 112 km
2017 Katia Category 2 171 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 239 km
2010 Karl Category 3 291 km
2007 Dean Category 2 152 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 173 km
2000 Keith Category 1 209 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 140 km
1993 Gert Category 2 57 km
1990 Diana Category 2 139 km
1988 Debby Category 1 149 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (165 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 165 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 179 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 182 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 194 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
February 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
June 69°F (21°C) 6.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 6.0 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 5.9 in
September 67°F (19°C) 8.7 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in
November 62°F (16°C) 1.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in Coldest

Molango has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Molango

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador 94.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Molango

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán

Libraries in Molango

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
El Porvenir0.0
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Molango

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Molango

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Molango

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Molango

What is the population of Molango?

Molango has a population of 3,929 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 164.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Molango?

Molango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Molango?

Molango has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 126 business establishments in the area.

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