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Sásabe, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

Sásabe is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 1,295. Elevation: 3,573 ft (1,089 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,295 Population 5/sq mi density
3,573 ft Elevation 1,089 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
15.9 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population1,295
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain15.9 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)
Population1,295
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)
Coordinates31.4746°, -111.5449°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation15.9 inches (405 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sásabe

Sásabe is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 1,295. The city sits at an elevation of 3,573 feet (1,089 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.9 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Sásabe vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sásabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,573 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,573 ft (1,089 m)
Area272.0 sq mi (704.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates31.4746°N, 111.5449°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.9"
58% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.50"
Driest Month (May) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Oct 16, 1999 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico M4.5 111 km
Sep 28, 2023 21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona M3.1 128 km
Aug 9, 2025 14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona M2.6 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Pinacate (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pinacate Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,200 m (3,937 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MURPHY COMPLEX (64,407 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 MURPHY COMPLEX 64,407 40 km
2017 SAWMILL 47,357 90 km
2002 RYAN 36,922 99 km
2022 CONTRERAS 31,297 48 km
2009 ELK HORN 22,745 32 km
2002 WALKER 17,438 48 km
2022 TONTO CANYON 16,989 40 km
2005 FLORIDA 16,362 73 km
2011 BULL 16,339 48 km
2016 BROWN 15,681 32 km
2020 ENCINOS 14,145 22 km
2022 SAN RAFAEL 12,203 91 km
2023 BEEHIVE 11,087 38 km
2013 SOLDIER BASIN 11,052 74 km
2016 LA SIERRA 11,035 43 km
1986 SASABE 10,734 7 km
2021 ALAMO 10,478 42 km
2016 MULE RIDGE 8,619 33 km
2008 WHITE TANK 8,479 40 km
1985 UNNAMED 8,047 20 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
March 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
June 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
December 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in

Sásabe has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and May the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sásabe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
San Fernando Elementary School Elementary 19 - -
Juan Escutia Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Sásabe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marian's MarketArivaca Rd01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes

Hotels in Sásabe

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Sásabe

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tucson International AirportTUSLarge Airport
Davis Monthan Air Force BaseDMAMedium Airport
Nogales International AirportNOGMedium Airport
Nogales International AirportOLSMedium Airport
Arivaca Hay Field Glider Landing Site-Small Airport
Buckelew Farm Landing Field-Small Airport
Buenos Aires Airstrip-Small Airport
Diamond Bell Airstrip-Small Airport
El Janeño Airstrip-Small Airport
Flying Diamond Airport-Small Airport
King Anvil Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Rancho Divino Niño Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruby Star Airpark-Small Airport
Ryan Field-Small Airport
Sáric Airport-Small Airport
Schuk Toak Farms Landing Field-Small Airport
Sells Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sásabe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Immaculate Heart of Mary

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 Sásabe

What is the population of Sásabe?

Sásabe has a population of 1,295 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sásabe?

Sásabe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.9 inches.

How is the job market in Sásabe?

The job market in Sásabe is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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