Samalayuca
City in Chihuahua, Mexico
Overview
Samalayuca is a small town in northern Chihuahua, best known for its spectacular sand dunes and authentic rural atmosphere. Travelers looking to experience local life and outdoor adventure will find charm in its simplicity and natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Chihuahua
Population
1,474
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
31.34°, -106.48°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$602
Local Cost
$362
Local Income
$260
Cashless
15
English
10
Temperature
17.8°C
Summer Avg
28.0°C
Winter Avg
7.2°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-14.5°C
Humidity
40%
Precipitation
251 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
CJS
Distance
33 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 52/100.