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Nazas, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Nazas is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 3,622. Elevation: 4,173 ft (1,272 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

3,622 Population 90,550/sq mi density
4,173 ft Elevation 1,272 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About Nazas

Nazas

Nazas is a town in the state of Durango, in north-western Mexico. The town of Nazas is the seat of the municipality of Nazas. As of 2010, the town of Nazas had a population of 3,622.

People

Population3,622
Density90,550/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation4,173 ft (1,272 m)
Population3,622
Population Density90,550 / sq mi
Elevation4,173 ft (1,272 m)
Coordinates25.2250°, -104.1135°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (343 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nazas

Nazas is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 3,622. The city sits at an elevation of 4,173 feet (1,272 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Nazas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nazas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,173 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,173 ft (1,272 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density90,550/sq mi
Coordinates25.2250°N, 104.1135°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.5"
64% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.19"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 123 km
Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 137 km
Apr 15, 2023 35 km SE of Indé, Mexico M4.0 103 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 39 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 1 257 km
2018 Willa Category 3 285 km
2002 Kenna Category 1 260 km
1994 Rosa Category 1 285 km
1981 Norma Category 2 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 124 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
August 78°F (25°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Nazas has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 57°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Nazas

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Francisco Sarabia Tinoco International AirportTRCMedium Airport
Calaveras AirportSmall Airport
Cerros Colorados AirportSmall Airport
Dolores AirportSmall Airport
El Dury AirportSmall Airport
General Jesús Agustín Castro AirportSmall Airport
Mapimí AirportSmall Airport
Palo Chino AirportSmall Airport
Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
San Jacinto AirportSmall Airport
San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte AirportSmall Airport
San Pedro del Gallo AirportSmall Airport
Terrenates AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Nazas

What is the population of Nazas?

Nazas has a population of 3,622 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 90,550 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nazas?

Nazas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°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 13.5 inches.

How is the job market in Nazas?

Nazas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

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