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Peñón Blanco, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
Peñón Blanco is a small city in Durango, Mexico with a population of 5,271. Elevation: 5,541 ft (1,689 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 5,271 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,541 ft (1,689 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.7920°, -104.0342° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (446 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Peñón Blanco
Peñón Blanco is a small city in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 5,271. The city sits at an elevation of 5,541 feet (1,689 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: Peñón Blanco vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,541 ft (1,689 m) |
| Area | 844.0 sq mi (2,185.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.7920°N, 104.0342°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in |
Peñón Blanco has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 55°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in Peñón Blanco
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Licenciado Benito Juárez | — | — | — | — |
| Jardin De Niños Juan De La Barrera | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Bachillleres | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Peñón Blanco
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Peñón Blanco
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport | DGO | Medium Airport |
| Dolores Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Jesús Agustín Castro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ojitos de Santa Lucia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rodeo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Peñón Blanco?
Peñón Blanco has a population of 5,271 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 844.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Peñón Blanco?
Peñón Blanco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches.
How is the job market in Peñón Blanco?
Peñón Blanco has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 169 business establishments in the area.