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Barretal, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

Barretal is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 3,400. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3,400 Population 4/sq mi density
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population3,400
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Population3,400
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates24.0833°, -99.1259°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barretal

Barretal is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 3,400. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet (201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 109 business establishments.

Income: Barretal vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)109

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Barretal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area851.7 sq mi (2,206.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates24.0833°N, 99.1259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.47"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 150 km
Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 128 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 136 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 96 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 76 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 101 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 137 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ingrid (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Ingrid Category 1 285 km
2010 Alex Category 2 39 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 300 km
2005 Emily Category 3 111 km
2003 Erika Category 1 198 km
2000 Keith Category 1 207 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 66 km
1983 Barry Category 1 220 km
1980 Allen Category 4 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
June 85°F (29°C) 4.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 2.6 in
August 85°F (29°C) 3.1 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in

Barretal has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 60°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Barretal

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA SABROSITA 92.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 92.5 FM - XHCCCN-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio UAT (Ciudad Victoria) - 102.5 FM - XHUNI-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 102.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 94.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 94.5 FM - XHBJ-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 94.5 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps

Gas Stations in Barretal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Barretal

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
El Caracol AirportSmall Airport
El Paraíso Uno AirportSmall Airport
Ganaderia Veintiuno de Enero AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe de Llera AirportSmall Airport
Güémez AirportSmall Airport
La Escuadra AirportSmall Airport
La Trinidad AirportSmall Airport
Los Barrancos AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Loma Prieta AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Dolores AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Buenos Aires AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Tinieblo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho La Paloma AirportSmall Airport
Turismo Lago Guerrero AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barretal

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla San Judas Tadeo
Parroquia de Ntra. Sra. de Guadalupe

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Barretal

What is the population of Barretal?

Barretal has a population of 3,400 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 851.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barretal?

Barretal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches.

How is the job market in Barretal?

The job market in Barretal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 109 business establishments in the area.

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