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Santiago Papasquiaro, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Santiago Papasquiaro is a small city in Durango, Mexico with a population of 26,121. Elevation: 5,669 ft (1,728 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,121 Population 45/sq mi density
5,669 ft Elevation 1,728 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About Santiago Papasquiaro

Santiago Papasquiaro is a city located in a valley situated on the eastern slopes of the Sierra Madre Occidental in the Mexican state of Durango. As of 2010, the city of Santiago Papasquiaro had a population of 26,121, while the municipality has a census population of 48,482 as of 2015. It is the fourth largest community in the state in terms of population, and is the municipal seat of the municipality of the same name. The municipality has an area of 7,238.4 km2 (2,794.8 sq mi).

People

Population26,121
Density45/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation5,669 ft (1,728 m)
Population26,121
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation5,669 ft (1,728 m)
Coordinates25.0439°, -105.4192°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (495 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Papasquiaro

Santiago Papasquiaro is a small city in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 26,121. The city sits at an elevation of 5,669 feet (1,728 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 836 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Papasquiaro vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)836

Business (County)

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Commute & Transportation

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Climate in Santiago Papasquiaro

Santiago Papasquiaro has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jun (20.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 457 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.2°C / 47°F -4.1° / 22.8° 5.5
Feb 9.6°C / 49°F -4.6° / 26.4° 8.3
Mar 12.3°C / 54°F -2.4° / 28.1° 0.2
Apr 14.9°C / 59°F 1.2° / 30.1° 1.6
May 17.9°C / 64°F 4° / 32.7° 7.2
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 9.2° / 33.9° 39.6
Jul 19.4°C / 67°F 11.5° / 30.7° 132.2
Aug 19.2°C / 66°F 11° / 29.8° 93.2
Sep 17.3°C / 63°F 8.5° / 27.4° 100.8
Oct 15°C / 59°F 3.5° / 27.2° 40.2
Nov 12°C / 54°F -0.1° / 25.5° 23.2
Dec 9.3°C / 49°F -3.6° / 24.1° 5.0
Santiago Papasquiaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,669 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,669 ft (1,728 m)
Area577.9 sq mi (1,496.8 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates25.0439°N, 105.4192°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.96"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 15, 2023.

Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 127 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 131 km
Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 58 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 140 km
Apr 15, 2023 35 km SE of Indé, Mexico M4.0 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Orlene (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Orlene Category 1 248 km
2022 Roslyn Category 1 236 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 198 km
2018 Willa Category 3 227 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 262 km
2006 Lane Category 3 194 km
2002 Kenna Category 1 260 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 227 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 184 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 269 km
1983 Tico Category 2 255 km
1981 Norma Category 2 185 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in

Santiago Papasquiaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and March the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Santiago Papasquiaro

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro De Bachillerato Tecnologico Forestal #2 College
Colegio de Bachilleres #10 College
Instituto de Educación Para Adultos IDEA College
Instituto Tecnologico Superior de Santiago Papasquiaro College
Universidad Autonoma de Durango (UAD) Campus Santigo Papasquiaro University

Schools in Santiago Papasquiaro

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CECATI #129
CECATI #129
Esc. Primaria Jose Maria Morelos Y Pavon
Esc. Secundaria Jose Ramon Valdez
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica #32
Casa de la Cultura
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Gas Stations in Santiago Papasquiaro

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Santiago Papasquiaro

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguaje Blanco AirstripSmall Airport
Bacis AirportSmall Airport
El Durangueño AirportSmall Airport
La Campanilla AirstripSmall Airport
Los Altares AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Tortugas AirstripSmall Airport
Pielagos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Cura AirstripSmall Airport
San Diego AirportSmall Airport
San Miguel de Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Catarina de Tepehuanes AirportSmall Airport
Santa María de Otáez AirportSmall Airport
Santiago Papasquiaro AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Santiago Papasquiaro

What is the population of Santiago Papasquiaro?

Santiago Papasquiaro has a population of 26,121 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 577.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Papasquiaro?

Santiago Papasquiaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Papasquiaro?

The job market in Santiago Papasquiaro is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 836 business establishments in the area.

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