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Weather & Climate in Manuel Benavides, Mexico
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Manuel Benavides enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°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 3,497 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,497 ft (1,066 m) |
| Area | 5,496.9 sq mi (14,236.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1072°N, 103.9064°W |
| Timezone | America/Chihuahua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
42 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Apr 14, 1995 | 13 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M5.7 | 142 km | 18 km |
| May 14, 2015 | 84 km S of Sanderson, Texas | M4.0 | 135 km | 16 km |
| Apr 15, 1995 | 10 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M4.0 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jun 11, 2021 | 22 km ENE of Jiménez, Mexico | M3.9 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 2021 | 20 km E of Julimes, Mexico | M3.8 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 2017 | 50 km NNW of Ojinaga, Mexico | M3.7 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Aug 5, 2023 | 10 km E of Study Butte, Texas | M3.7 | 53 km | 0 km |
| Jun 11, 2018 | Chihuahua, Mexico | M3.6 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 1998 | 5 km WSW of Marathon, Texas | M3.6 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2019 | 13 km ESE of Redford, Texas | M3.6 | 38 km | 5 km |
| Nov 12, 1995 | 14 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M3.6 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2012 | 17 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M3.6 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 1995 | 14 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M3.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1995 | 14 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M3.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2011 | 11 km SSW of Marathon, Texas | M3.3 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2021 | 50 km NE of Hércules, Mexico | M3.2 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2024 | 6 km NNE of Presidio, Texas | M3.2 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 107 km SE of Study Butte, Texas | M3.1 | 127 km | 10 km |
| May 10, 2020 | 15 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M3.1 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 21, 1995 | 14 km NW of Marathon, Texas | M2.9 | 143 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Wildfire History
8 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: SHAKELFORD (5,586 acres, 1991).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1991 | SHAKELFORD | 5,586 | 100 km |
| 1994 | ESTUFA | 4,353 | 78 km |
| 1993 | MAYDAY | 3,469 | 27 km |
| 1992 | GAP | 2,992 | 69 km |
| 2011 | SHACKELFORD | 2,892 | 96 km |
| 2010 | BAR-LITE | 2,441 | 100 km |
| 2011 | BURRO MESA | 1,934 | 54 km |
| 2021 | SOUTH RIM 4 | 1,212 | 61 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 0.4 in |
Manuel Benavides has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (0.3").