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Punta Chueca, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Punta Chueca is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 520. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

520 Population 33/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
5.9 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population520
Density33/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population520
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates29.0153°, -112.1603°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation5.9 inches (149 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Punta Chueca

Punta Chueca is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.9 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Punta Chueca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Punta Chueca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 325 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 5.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area16.0 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates29.0153°N, 112.1603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.9"
85% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.46"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 28, 2025.

Apr 12, 2012 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M7.0 99 km
Aug 3, 2009 96 km WNW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.9 72 km
Jan 4, 2006 75 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.6 95 km
Apr 12, 2012 83 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M6.0 87 km
Sep 24, 2004 81 km WSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.9 74 km
Mar 5, 1993 68 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.7 100 km
Aug 3, 2009 90 km NE of San Luis, Mexico M5.5 82 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M5.2 118 km
Apr 29, 2011 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.2 99 km
Oct 14, 2024 84 km W of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.0 69 km
Sep 13, 2009 101 km WSW of La Libertad, Mexico M5.0 148 km
Apr 12, 2012 73 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 95 km
Mar 5, 1993 74 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 96 km
Aug 15, 2003 58 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 142 km
Aug 3, 2009 93 km NE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 84 km
Oct 9, 1999 69 km SSW of La Libertad, Mexico M4.9 88 km
Nov 24, 2000 72 km NNE of Villa Alberto Andrés Alvarado Arámburo, Mexico M4.9 122 km
Apr 12, 2012 67 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 101 km
Aug 3, 2009 91 km NE of San Luis, Mexico M4.9 94 km
Jan 4, 2006 76 km NNW of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M4.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 292 km
2014 Odile Category 1 269 km
2009 Jimena Category 1 259 km
1997 Nora Category 1 257 km
1992 Lester Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Borja Volcanic Field (165 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Borja Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,360 m (4,462 ft) Unknown 165 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 62°F (16°C) 0.2 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.9 in
August 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in

Punta Chueca has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 57°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.5") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Punta Chueca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Benito Járez
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Museums in Punta Chueca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Seris Ethnic Museum

Breweries in Punta Chueca

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Deposito Fama Horizonte
Expendio Corona Kino Nuevo
Super Six Kino Nuevo

Airports Near Punta Chueca

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahía de Kino AirportSmall Airport
Desemboque de los Seris AirstripSmall Airport
Pozo Coyote AirstripSmall Airport
Punta San Francisquito AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Agua Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Barril AirportSmall Airport
Tiburón AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Punta Chueca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Apostólica de la Fé en Cristo Jesús AR

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 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 Punta Chueca

What is the population of Punta Chueca?

Punta Chueca has a population of 520 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 16.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Punta Chueca?

Punta Chueca 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 85°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches.

How is the job market in Punta Chueca?

The job market in Punta Chueca is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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