Providencia, Sonora, Mexico, is a small town with a population of 1,245 people. It is located in the municipality of Caborca, in the northwestern part of the state of Sonora. The town is situated at an altitude of 1,010 meters above sea level and has a temperate climate, with average temperatures ranging from 10 to 25 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Providencia was founded in 1884 by a group of Yaqui Indians who were fleeing from persecution by the Mexican government. The town has a rich cultural heritage, with many of its residents still practicing traditional Yaqui customs and traditions.
Geographic Data for Providencia, Sonora, Mexico
| Latitude | 28° 43.000' |
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| Longitude | -111° -35.000' |
| Timezone | America/Hermosillo |