Uruachi

City in Chihuahua, Mexico

Overview

Uruachi is a remote mountain town in the Sierra Tarahumara of Chihuahua, Mexico. It offers a glimpse into rural life, surrounded by pine forests, rivers, and beautiful landscapes. While small in population, it is a cultural focal point for the surrounding indigenous communities.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Chihuahua
Population
6,094
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
27.85°, -108.37°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
30
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$650
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$250
Cashless
15
English
10
Temperature
13.9°C
Summer Avg
20.1°C
Winter Avg
7.4°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-9.4°C
Humidity
56%
Precipitation
810 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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 2025-12-07.
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 55/100.