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Cerritos, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Cerritos is a small city in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 14,804. Elevation: 3,757 ft (1,145 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

14,804 Population 24/sq mi density
3,757 ft Elevation 1,145 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Cerritos

Cerritos

San Juan de Los Cerritos, commonly known as Cerritos, is a Town located in the central part of San Luis Potosí, a state of Mexico. It was founded in 1826 by the state's Congress. It is within the mid-zone of the state called La Zona Media. Within its municipality, which is the center of, it holds about 51 other small towns. According to the 2010 census, the municipality has 21,394 people; having experienced tremendous growth. Much of its recent growth can be credited to the construction of the cement factory, Cemento Moctezuma, An industry that was dominated by Casa Gloria During the decades of the 1960s and 1970s. Nowadays Cerritos is expanding its population and more housing is being built near the outskirts of the town due to the influx of new residents.

People

Population14,804
Density24/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,757 ft (1,145 m)
Population14,804
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation3,757 ft (1,145 m)
Coordinates22.4284°, -100.2847°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (561 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cerritos

Cerritos is a small city in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 14,804. The city sits at an elevation of 3,757 feet (1,145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 474 business establishments.

Income: Cerritos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)474

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Cerritos

Cerritos has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is May (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 571 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.2°C / 59°F 2.3° / 31.3° 9.5
Feb 17.2°C / 63°F 3° / 35.7° 5.5
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 6.7° / 37.8° 6.3
Apr 23.5°C / 74°F 10.1° / 39.2° 29.0
May 25.2°C / 77°F 14.9° / 39.2° 41.5
Jun 24.3°C / 76°F 15.8° / 38.4° 105.0
Jul 23.1°C / 74°F 16.1° / 34° 97.2
Aug 23.2°C / 74°F 15.6° / 33.9° 67.4
Sep 22°C / 72°F 13.3° / 32.1° 110.3
Oct 19.9°C / 68°F 8.1° / 32.9° 60.8
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 6.6° / 32.2° 23.0
Dec 15.5°C / 60°F 2.9° / 30.6° 15.8
Cerritos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,757 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,757 ft (1,145 m)
Area611.5 sq mi (1,583.7 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates22.4284°N, 100.2847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 76 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 67 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 108 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 147 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 120 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 130 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 105 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 96 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 149 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 136 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 140 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 208 km
2000 Keith Category 1 246 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 282 km
1993 Gert Category 2 253 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 62°F (16°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
August 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.8 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in

Cerritos has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Cerritos

Institution Type Founded Website
ICAT Cerritos College
Instituto Motolinia College
Universidad Intercultural University

Schools in Cerritos

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Justo Sierra
Escuela Secundaria Manuel José Othon
Escuela Primaria Benito Juárez
Escuela Preparatoria de Cerritos
CBTa 123
Secundaria Técnica No 11
Escuela Primaria Urbana Federal Marcos Vives
Jardín de Niños Rosaura Zapata
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Radio Stations near Cerritos

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radiomaya дисскусии, знакомства MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Cerritos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz0.0

Farmers Markets in Cerritos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Theatres in Cerritos

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sala Audiovisual Municipal

Theme Parks in Cerritos

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Feria Regional Cerritense
Parque Acuático TORREY

Clinics in Cerritos

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud
ISSSTE
UMF No. 23

Bus Stations in Cerritos

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autobuses Cerritenses

Gas Stations in Cerritos

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #303881031
MX #3933320470
Pemex

Banks in Cerritos

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BANAMEX
Banco Azteca
BANCOMER
BANORTE

Shopping Malls in Cerritos

3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plaza Centro
Plaza Cristal
Plaza Galeana

Stadiums & Teams in Cerritos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cerritos

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSLPMedium Airport
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport
Villa de Arista AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cerritos

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Rinconada
La Rinconada

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 Cerritos

What is the population of Cerritos?

Cerritos has a population of 14,804 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 611.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cerritos?

Cerritos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

How is the job market in Cerritos?

The job market in Cerritos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 474 business establishments in the area.

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