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Quetchehueca, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Quetchehueca is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 3,001. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3,001 Population 11/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
13.3 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population3,001
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population3,001
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates27.2641°, -109.9498°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation13.3 inches (338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Quetchehueca

Quetchehueca is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 3,001. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.3 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 96 business establishments.

Income: Quetchehueca vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)96

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Quetchehueca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 88°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 13.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area282.5 sq mi (731.8 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates27.2641°N, 109.9498°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.3"
65% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.23"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M5.3 on Jul 3, 2024.

Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 135 km
Oct 19, 2013 98 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 136 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 101 km
Jan 19, 2018 79 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M6.3 129 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 126 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 133 km
Jul 30, 2006 76 km E of Mulegé, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Mar 24, 2000 51 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.6 137 km
Oct 1, 1996 70 km NE of Loreto, Mexico M5.5 126 km
Jan 21, 2022 76 km SSW of Bahía de Lobos, Mexico M5.3 106 km
Jan 18, 2001 99 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Jul 3, 2024 77 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.3 130 km
Oct 3, 1992 58 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 142 km
May 28, 2006 88 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 125 km
Apr 18, 2024 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 125 km
May 25, 1992 88 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 129 km
Sep 3, 1996 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 132 km
Feb 25, 2007 88 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Feb 15, 2024 68 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.1 141 km
Feb 8, 2024 62 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 216 km
2014 Odile Category 2 235 km
2009 Jimena Category 2 251 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 98 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 105 km
2003 Marty Category 1 179 km
1998 Isis Category 1 259 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 177 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 204 km
1986 Newton Category 1 65 km
1986 Paine Category 1 276 km
1982 Paul Category 2 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 88°F (31°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 87°F (31°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 3.1 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in

Quetchehueca has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 60°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Quetchehueca

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cobach
E.S.T.A
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Radio Stations near Quetchehueca

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO VIDA 100.1 (Ciudad Obregón) - 100.1 FM - XHCSAE-FM - Radio Vida MX - Ciudad Obregón, Sonora 100.1 fm, ciudad obregón MP3 128 kbps
OREJA FM 102.5 (Obregón) - 102.5 FM - XHIQ-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Obregón, Sonora 102.5 fm, américa MP3
EXA FM 99.3 (Ciudad Obregón) - 99.3 FM - XHOX-FM - Radio Grupo García de León - Ciudad Obregón, Sonora 99.3 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
La Zeta 105.3 FM (US) regional mexican AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Quetchehueca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Cobach0.0
Biblioteca ITSON0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Bilbioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Quetchehueca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
MerCajeme

Bus Stations in Quetchehueca

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parada de autobús

Gas Stations in Quetchehueca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Islas

Stadiums & Teams in Quetchehueca

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Tomás Oroz Gaytán

Airports Near Quetchehueca

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad Obregón International AirportCENMedium Airport
Aeroservicios La Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Amparan AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa North AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa South AirstripSmall Airport
Campo San Pablo AirstripSmall Airport
Cedros AirportSmall Airport
Club Aereo Del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Del Mayo AirportSmall Airport
El Crucero AirportSmall Airport
Familia Baldenebro Jaimes AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aereas Cervantes AirportSmall Airport
Huatabampo Base AirstripSmall Airport
La Huerta AirportSmall Airport
Navojoa Base AirstripSmall Airport
Navojoa Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Nuestra Señora de Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
Rosario AirportSmall Airport
San Agustin AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro Labrador AirportSmall Airport
San Joaquin AitportSmall Airport
Santa Anita del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara I AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cecilia AirportSmall Airport
Santa Patricia AirportSmall Airport
Solidaridad AirportSmall Airport
Teras AirportSmall Airport
Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Vicam AirportSmall Airport
Villa Juárez AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Quetchehueca

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correos

Treatment Centers in Quetchehueca

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clínica Durango
Clínica y Óptica Mayer

Churches & Religious Organizations in Quetchehueca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia

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 Quetchehueca

What is the population of Quetchehueca?

Quetchehueca has a population of 3,001 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 282.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Quetchehueca?

Quetchehueca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.3 inches.

How is the job market in Quetchehueca?

The job market in Quetchehueca is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 96 business establishments in the area.

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