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Naica, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Naica is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 4,938. Elevation: 4,459 ft (1,359 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

4,938 Population 3/sq mi density
4,459 ft Elevation 1,359 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
13.3 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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About Naica

Naica

Naica is a town in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. It is located in the municipality of Saucillo. As of 2010, the town of Naica had a population of 4,938, up from 4,775 in the 2005 INEGI Census.

People

Population4,938
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Population4,938
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Coordinates27.8566°, -105.4921°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation13.3 inches (338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Naica

Naica is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 4,938. The city sits at an elevation of 4,459 feet (1,359 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.3 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 158 business establishments.

Income: Naica vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)158

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Naica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,459 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Area1,823.4 sq mi (4,722.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates27.8566°N, 105.4921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.3"
65% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

58 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 11, 2021.

Sep 21, 2013 19 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M5.4 19 km
Sep 21, 2013 16 km W of Naica, Mexico M4.8 17 km
Oct 4, 2013 15 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.7 15 km
Sep 15, 2013 22 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.6 23 km
Jan 20, 2014 27 km NNE of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.5 29 km
Oct 11, 2013 20 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.4 21 km
May 1, 2010 22 km SW of San Francisco de Borja, Mexico M4.3 133 km
Dec 15, 2013 39 km NW of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.3 59 km
Aug 29, 2013 29 km NW of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.3 53 km
Sep 6, 2013 23 km SSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 24 km
Sep 13, 2013 25 km WNW of Boquilla de Babisas (La Boquilla de Conchos), Mexico M4.2 28 km
Aug 28, 2013 19 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 20 km
Oct 11, 2013 27 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 27 km
Sep 11, 2013 4 km WNW of Kilómetro Noventa y Nueve, Mexico M4.2 34 km
Jul 29, 2011 27 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 28 km
Aug 28, 2013 26 km N of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.2 32 km
Oct 20, 2013 13 km SSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 13 km
Sep 11, 2013 22 km SW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 22 km
Nov 1, 2013 20 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.1 21 km
Nov 1, 2013 17 km SW of Naica, Mexico M4.1 17 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
August 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in

Naica has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Naica

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 94.5 (Delicias) - 94.5 FM - XHCDS-FM - Promosat Chihuahua - Delicias, Chihuahua 94.5 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps
LIKE FM 101.3 (Delicias) - 101.3 FM - XHBN-FM - GRD Multimedia - Delicias, Chihuahua 101.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 100.5 (Delicias) - 100.5 FM - XHBZ-FM - Sigma Radio - Delicias, Chihuahua 100.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
FIESTA 94.5 (Delicias) - 94.5 FM - XHCDS-FM - Delicias, Chihuahua 94.5 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Farmers Markets in Naica

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado de saucillo
mercado municipal

Gas Stations in Naica

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex E03186

Airports Near Naica

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Base No. 11 Santa GertrudisSmall Airport
Camargo AirportSmall Airport
Chihuahua South AirportSmall Airport
El Cachorro AirportSmall Airport
El Pelón AirportSmall Airport
El Volcán AirportSmall Airport
Jiménez AirportSmall Airport
Las Lagrimas AirportSmall Airport
Los Pozos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Cerro Blanco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Retiro AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Madero AirportSmall Airport
Santo Niño AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Naica

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nuestra Señora de Gaudalupe

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 Naica

What is the population of Naica?

Naica has a population of 4,938 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,823.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Naica?

Naica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.3 inches.

How is the job market in Naica?

The job market in Naica is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 158 business establishments in the area.

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