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Chalchihuites, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Chalchihuites is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 3,799. Elevation: 7,333 ft (2,235 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3,799 Population 8/sq mi density
7,333 ft Elevation 2,235 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
23.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Chalchihuites

Chalchihuites

Chalchihuites is a municipality in the Mexican state of Zacatecas. The archaeological site of Altavista, at Chalchihuites, is located 137 miles (220 km) to the northwest of the city of Zacatecas and 102 miles (164 km) southeast of the city of Durango. Located to the west of Sombrerete in the northwestern corner of the state of Zacatecas, it is believed that the site was a cultural oasis that was occupied more or less continuously from AD 100 to AD 1400.

People

Population3,799
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation7,333 ft (2,235 m)
Population3,799
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation7,333 ft (2,235 m)
Coordinates23.4773°, -103.8838°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation23.0 inches (585 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chalchihuites

Chalchihuites is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 3,799. The city sits at an elevation of 7,333 feet (2,235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 122 business establishments.

Income: Chalchihuites vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)122

Business (County)

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Climate in Chalchihuites

Chalchihuites has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F). The hottest month is May (20.2°C), the coldest is Jan (11.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 464 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.5°C / 53°F 2.9° / 20.1° 10.0
Feb 13.4°C / 56°F 4.3° / 22.5° 10.5
Mar 15.8°C / 60°F 6.5° / 25° 3.5
Apr 18.8°C / 66°F 8.9° / 28.7° 2.4
May 20.2°C / 68°F 10.6° / 29.7° 8.6
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 11.9° / 28.4° 61.0
Jul 18.6°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.7° 109.0
Aug 18.5°C / 65°F 11.5° / 25.5° 94.0
Sep 17.4°C / 63°F 10.9° / 24° 106.4
Oct 16°C / 61°F 8.1° / 23.9° 37.3
Nov 14°C / 57°F 5.8° / 22.2° 11.8
Dec 12.4°C / 54°F 4.2° / 20.6° 9.6
Chalchihuites enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,333 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,333 ft (2,235 m)
Area463.2 sq mi (1,199.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates23.4773°N, 103.8838°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.0"
39% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.51"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 108 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 235 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 288 km
2018 Willa Category 3 174 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 83 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 174 km
1983 Tico Category 2 255 km
1981 Norma Category 2 268 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 94 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in Warmest
July 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in
August 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in Wettest
September 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
December 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in

Chalchihuites has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 50°F in January to 66°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.5") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Chalchihuites

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDGOMedium Airport
El Temazcal AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
La Candelaria AirstripSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
Las Escobas AirportSmall Airport
Las Margaritas AirstripSmall Airport
Las Praderas AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirportSmall Airport
Los Charcos AirstripSmall Airport
San Francisco del Mezquital 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 Chalchihuites

What is the population of Chalchihuites?

Chalchihuites has a population of 3,799 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 463.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chalchihuites?

Chalchihuites enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches.

How is the job market in Chalchihuites?

Chalchihuites has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 122 business establishments in the area.

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