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Peña Blanca, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Peña Blanca is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 1,092. Elevation: 7,100 ft (2,164 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

1,092 Population 3/sq mi density
7,100 ft Elevation 2,164 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
19.8 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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About Peña Blanca

Peña Blanca

Peña Blanca is a census-designated place (CDP) in Sandoval County, New Mexico. As of the 2020 census, Peña Blanca had a population of 624. It is part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area.

People

Population1,092
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation7,100 ft (2,164 m)
Population1,092
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,100 ft (2,164 m)
Coordinates29.2897°, -107.7109°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation19.8 inches (504 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Peña Blanca

Peña Blanca is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 1,092. The city sits at an elevation of 7,100 feet (2,164 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.8 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Peña Blanca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Peña Blanca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,100 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Mexico avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,100 ft (2,164 m)
Area374.6 sq mi (970.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates29.2897°N, 107.7109°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.8"
48% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 12, 2022.

Jul 12, 2022 14 km ENE of San Juanito, Mexico M4.6 141 km
Apr 24, 2010 45 km SSW of Madera, Mexico M4.3 79 km
Jul 16, 1993 35 km SW of La Constitución, Mexico M3.8 80 km
Oct 31, 1993 21 km NE of Bacadéhuachi, Mexico M3.7 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Norbert (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Norbert Category 1 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
March 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 4.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
November 47°F (9°C) 0.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in

Peña Blanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Peña Blanca

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuapocaSmall Airport
Bachíniva AirportSmall Airport
Bodegas Graneleras del Campo AirportSmall Airport
Campo 107 AirportSmall Airport
Campo 111 AirstripSmall Airport
Colonia Alamillo AirportSmall Airport
El Presoncito AirportSmall Airport
General Roberto Fierro AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Zaragoza AirportSmall Airport
La Pinta AirportSmall Airport
Los Nogales AirfieldSmall Airport
Matachí AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Mesa del Huracán AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Blanco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Alamo AirstripSmall Airport
Ricardo Flores Magón AirportSmall Airport
San Buenaventura AirportSmall Airport
San José Babícora AirportSmall Airport
Santo Tomás AirportSmall Airport

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 Peña Blanca

What is the population of Peña Blanca?

Peña Blanca has a population of 1,092 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 374.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Peña Blanca?

Peña Blanca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.8 inches.

How is the job market in Peña Blanca?

The job market in Peña Blanca is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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