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San Ignacio Río Muerto, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

San Ignacio Río Muerto is a small city in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 7,718. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,718 Population 15/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
11.8 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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About San Ignacio Río Muerto

San Ignacio Río Muerto is a small town which is the capital of San Ignacio Río Muerto Municipality in the southwest of the Mexican state of Sonora.

People

Population7,718
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population7,718
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates27.4161°, -110.2447°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation11.8 inches (299 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Ignacio Río Muerto

San Ignacio Río Muerto is a small city in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 7,718. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.8 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 247 business establishments.

Income: San Ignacio Río Muerto vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)247

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Ignacio Río Muerto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 315 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 11.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area501.3 sq mi (1,298.3 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates27.4161°N, 110.2447°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.8"
69% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.83"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 19, 2013 98 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 148 km
Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 147 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 102 km
Jan 19, 2018 79 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M6.3 116 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 132 km
Jul 30, 2006 76 km E of Mulegé, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 142 km
Mar 24, 2000 51 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.6 106 km
Aug 10, 2014 65 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 140 km
Oct 1, 1996 70 km NE of Loreto, Mexico M5.5 121 km
Jul 31, 2021 60 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 125 km
Jan 18, 2001 99 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M5.3 149 km
Apr 26, 2011 73 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.3 127 km
Jul 3, 2024 77 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.3 117 km
Jan 21, 2022 76 km SSW of Bahía de Lobos, Mexico M5.3 95 km
Aug 6, 2022 67 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Sep 3, 1996 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 139 km
May 28, 2006 88 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 110 km
Apr 18, 2024 84 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 130 km
Oct 3, 1992 58 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 199 km
2014 Odile Category 1 214 km
2009 Jimena Category 2 228 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 130 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 101 km
2003 Marty Category 1 171 km
1998 Isis Category 1 286 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 201 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 232 km
1986 Newton Category 1 91 km
1982 Paul Category 2 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in
July 89°F (32°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in Wettest
September 87°F (30°C) 2.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in

San Ignacio Río Muerto has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 62°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in San Ignacio Río Muerto

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
COBACH Plantel San Ignacio Rio Muerto
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Radio Stations near San Ignacio Río Muerto

3 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

Libraries in San Ignacio Río Muerto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Cobach0.0
Bilbioteca Pública0.0

Airports Near San Ignacio Río Muerto

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad Obregón International AirportCENMedium Airport
General José María Yáñez International AirportGYMMedium Airport
Aeroservicios La Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Amparan AirstripSmall Airport
Campo San Pablo AirstripSmall Airport
Campo Sonora AirstripSmall Airport
Club Aereo Del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Del Mayo AirportSmall Airport
El Crucero AirportSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
Familia Baldenebro Jaimes AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aereas Cervantes AirportSmall Airport
Huatabampo Base AirstripSmall Airport
La Huerta AirportSmall Airport
Nuestra Señora de Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
Reyna Diana AirportSmall Airport
San Agustin AirportSmall Airport
San Isidro Labrador AirportSmall Airport
San Joaquin AitportSmall Airport
San Martin AirportSmall 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
Úrsulo Galván AirstripSmall Airport
Vicam AirportSmall Airport
Villa Juárez AirportSmall Airport

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 San Ignacio Río Muerto

What is the population of San Ignacio Río Muerto?

San Ignacio Río Muerto has a population of 7,718 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 501.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Ignacio Río Muerto?

San Ignacio Río Muerto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.8 inches.

How is the job market in San Ignacio Río Muerto?

The job market in San Ignacio Río Muerto is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 247 business establishments in the area.

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