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Weather & Climate in Naco, AZ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Naco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 330 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 4,599 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,599 ft (1,402 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 364/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3460°N, 109.9271°W |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix |
| County | Cochise County County |
| Nearest Airport | Bisbee Douglas International (DUG) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 76.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
21 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Jul 31, 2021 | 17 km W of Bavispe, Mexico | M5.2 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 1999 | 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico | M4.5 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Aug 18, 2021 | 23 km NNE of Villa Hidalgo, Mexico | M4.1 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1990 | 29 km E of Fronteras, Mexico | M3.8 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Aug 5, 2021 | 24 km SSE of Animas, New Mexico | M3.6 | 124 km | 16 km |
| Apr 22, 2020 | 28 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico | M3.5 | 82 km | 21 km |
| Mar 10, 1992 | 33 km WNW of Bavispe, Mexico | M3.5 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2014 | 19 km SSW of Franklin, Arizona | M3.5 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 27, 2018 | 32 km E of Esqueda, Mexico | M3.4 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 12, 2021 | 21 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico | M3.3 | 130 km | 18 km |
| Aug 5, 2021 | 37 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico | M3.3 | 119 km | 19 km |
| Aug 10, 2021 | 19 km WNW of Huachinera, Mexico | M3.1 | 140 km | 16 km |
| Aug 5, 2021 | 31 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico | M3.1 | 123 km | 17 km |
| Sep 28, 2023 | 21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona | M3.1 | 112 km | 12 km |
| Jan 31, 2018 | 35 km ENE of Fronteras, Mexico | M3.0 | 74 km | 14 km |
| Aug 26, 2017 | 33 km SE of Agua Prieta, Mexico | M3.0 | 66 km | 18 km |
| Jan 4, 2020 | 22 km SSW of Rodeo, New Mexico | M2.8 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Jul 12, 2014 | 24 km NNE of San Simon, Arizona | M2.7 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2025 | 14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona | M2.6 | 134 km | 12 km |
| Aug 5, 2021 | 33 km SSW of Playas, New Mexico | M2.5 | 121 km | 16 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
14 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF1. Total: 2 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jul 16, 1971 | EF1 | 42 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 28, 1966 | EF1 | 8 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2017 | EF0 | 58 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 22, 2015 | EF0 | 71 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| May 9, 2012 | EF0 | 96 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2009 | EF0 | 30 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 23, 1997 | EF0 | 38 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 29, 1993 | EF0 | 50 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 1990 | EF0 | 62 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1974 | EF0 | 26 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 9, 1972 | EF0 | 93 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 31, 1966 | EF0 | 84 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 10, 1963 | EF0 | 10 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 12, 1956 | EF0 | 81 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: HORSESHOE 2 (226,079 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | HORSESHOE 2 | 226,079 | 88 km |
| 2017 | SAWMILL | 47,357 | 89 km |
| 2003 | UNNAMED | 38,998 | 86 km |
| 2002 | RYAN | 36,922 | 61 km |
| 2011 | CLOVERDALE2 | 33,552 | 92 km |
| 2011 | MONUMENT | 30,219 | 31 km |
| 1994 | RATTLESNAKE | 25,238 | 84 km |
| 2009 | HOG | 18,086 | 82 km |
| 2005 | FLORIDA | 16,362 | 96 km |
| 1988 | PEAK | 16,078 | 31 km |
| 2017 | LIZARD | 15,791 | 72 km |
| 2022 | SAN RAFAEL | 12,203 | 63 km |
| 2012 | CAMPINI | 11,893 | 41 km |
| 2013 | SOLDIER BASIN | 11,052 | 80 km |
| 2017 | SWISSHELMS | 10,798 | 55 km |
| 2011 | ARLENE | 10,586 | 54 km |
| 2021 | WALNUT | 10,576 | 84 km |
| 1990 | MONTOSA | 9,077 | 78 km |
| 2008 | DISTILLERY | 8,542 | 98 km |
| 2008 | JACK WOOD WFU | 8,463 | 86 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in |
Naco has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and May the driest (0.2").