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Nombre de Dios, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Nombre de Dios is a small city in Durango, Mexico with a population of 5,302. Elevation: 5,679 ft (1,731 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

5,302 Population 9/sq mi density
5,679 ft Elevation 1,731 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About Nombre de Dios

Nombre de Dios

Nombre de Dios is a city and seat of the municipality of Nombre de Dios, established as Pueblo Mágico on October 11, 2018, in the state of Durango, north-western Mexico. As of 2015, the town of Nombre de Dios had a population of 5,302.

People

Population5,302
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation5,679 ft (1,731 m)
Population5,302
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation5,679 ft (1,731 m)
Coordinates23.8489°, -104.2471°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nombre de Dios

Nombre de Dios is a small city in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 5,302. The city sits at an elevation of 5,679 feet (1,731 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 170 business establishments.

Income: Nombre de Dios vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nombre de Dios enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,679 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,679 ft (1,731 m)
Area601.6 sq mi (1,558.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates23.8489°N, 104.2471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 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 M4.5 121 km
Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 75 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 110 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 217 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 250 km
2018 Willa Category 3 159 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 107 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 159 km
1983 Tico Category 3 235 km
1981 Norma Category 2 230 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (39 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 39 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in Warmest
July 71°F (21°C) 4.5 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in

Nombre de Dios has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Nombre de Dios

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Lic. Alberto Terrones Benítez
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Radio Stations near Nombre de Dios

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Tremenda (Durango) - 96.5 FM - XHDNG-FM - Grupo Garza Limón - Durango, DG 96.5, 96.5 fm MP3 185 kbps
LA KEBUENA 94.9 (Durango) - 94.9 FM - XHCCAV-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - Durango, Durango 94.9 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 104.5 (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango 104.5 fm, américa MP3
La Nueva (El Salto) - 93.3 FM - XHPNVO-FM - GPM Grupo Promomedios - El Salto, Pueblo Nuevo, Durango 93.3 fm, américa AAC 32 kbps
104.5 Vida Romántica (Durango) - 104.5 FM - XHDRD-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango 104.5 fm, américa MP3
W RADIO 92.5 (Durango) - 92.5 FM - XHCCAU-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Durango, Durango 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
ARROBA FM 99.7 (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama Durango - Durango, Durango 99.7 fm, @fm MP3
@FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, GR 99.7, 99.7 fm MP3
Lobos FM (Laguna) - 88.7 FM - XHLUAD-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Durango - Gómez Palacio, DG 88.7, 88.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 101.3 (Durango) - 101.3 FM - XHCAV-FM - Armas Radio - Durango, Durango 101.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 590 (Durango) - 590 AM - XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango 105.3 fm, 590 am AAC
Radio Fórmula (Durango) - 105.3 FM / 590 AM - XHE-FM / XEE-AM - Grupo Fórmula - Durango, Durango 105.3 fm, 590 am AAC
España FM 92.9 college radio, cultural AAC 128 kbps
Arroba FM (Durango) - 99.7 FM - XHOH-FM - Radiorama - Durango, Durango 99.7 fm, @fm MP3
W Radio 92.5 FM Durango durango, grupo radio cañón MP3 128 kbps

Restaurants in Nombre de Dios

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DR. TOCINO

Clinics in Nombre de Dios

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IMSS

Bus Stations in Nombre de Dios

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OMNIBUS DE MEXICO

Gas Stations in Nombre de Dios

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera PEMEX
Gasolinera PEMEX

Airports Near Nombre de Dios

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDGOMedium Airport
El Durangueño AirportSmall Airport
El Temazcal AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
La Peña del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Las Escobas AirportSmall Airport
Las Margaritas AirstripSmall Airport
Las Praderas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho del Carmen AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Cura AirstripSmall Airport
San Francisco del Mezquital AirstripSmall Airport
San Pedro AirstripSmall Airport
Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa AirstripSmall 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 Nombre de Dios

What is the population of Nombre de Dios?

Nombre de Dios has a population of 5,302 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 601.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nombre de Dios?

Nombre de Dios enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Nombre de Dios?

The job market in Nombre de Dios is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 170 business establishments in the area.

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