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Carmen, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Carmen is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 716. Elevation: 6,270 ft (1,911 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

716 Population 7/sq mi density
6,270 ft Elevation 1,911 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population716
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Population716
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Coordinates21.2411°, -100.3196°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (374 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Carmen

Carmen is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 716. The city sits at an elevation of 6,270 feet (1,911 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Carmen vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,270 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Area102.9 sq mi (266.4 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates21.2411°N, 100.3196°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 27, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 105 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 149 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 90 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 104 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 120 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 120 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 86 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 117 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 103 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 66 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 137 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 86 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 100 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 150 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 113 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 103 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 136 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 1 284 km
2000 Keith Category 1 292 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 274 km
1993 Gert Category 2 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
April 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
July 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in

Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 57°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Carmen

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
620 MP3

Libraries in Carmen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Carmen Serdán0.0

Farmers Markets in Carmen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Juárez
Nuevo Mercado Municipal

Breweries in Carmen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Modelo en San Luis de la Paz

Stadiums & Teams in Carmen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Carmen

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo El JagueySmall Airport
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Carmen

What is the population of Carmen?

Carmen has a population of 716 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 102.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Carmen?

Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.

How is the job market in Carmen?

The job market in Carmen is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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