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China, Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

China is a small city in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 8,997. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

8,997 Population 4/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About China

China is a municipality in the Mexican state of Nuevo León. China is approximately 60 mi (97 km) northeast of Monterrey.

People

Population8,997
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Population8,997
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates25.7000°, -99.2345°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (550 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About China

China is a small city in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 8,997. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 288 business establishments.

Income: China vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)288

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

China has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area2,478.1 sq mi (6,418.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates25.7000°N, 99.2345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 66 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 46 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 124 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 104 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 139 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 44 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 13 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 32 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 30 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 32 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 48 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 16 km
Jan 20, 2010 4 km S of San Pedro Garza García, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 32 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 19 km
Nov 16, 1991 Coahuila-Nuevo Leon border region, Mexico M3.6 137 km
Aug 30, 2016 11 km N of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.6 43 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 23 km
Mar 16, 2022 5 km SW of Santiago, Mexico M3.4 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Hanna (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Hanna Category 1 159 km
2010 Alex Category 2 197 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 169 km
2005 Emily Category 3 95 km
2003 Erika Category 1 173 km
1999 Bret Category 4 192 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 130 km
1983 Barry Category 1 177 km
1980 Allen Category 4 158 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LA PALOMA (1,214 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 LA PALOMA 1,214 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
June 85°F (29°C) 3.0 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 2.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.6 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in

China has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 58°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.6") and March the driest (0.6").

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Gas Stations in China

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex

Airports Near China

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agrodesarrollo Carbonera AirportSmall Airport
Agualeguas National AirportSmall Airport
Agualeguas Old AirportSmall Airport
Arroyo Carrizalejos AirportSmall Airport
Captain Roberto Chavez Balderas AirportSmall Airport
Club de Vuelo Cadereyta AirfieldSmall Airport
El Carrizo AirportSmall Airport
El Guajuco AirportSmall Airport
El Nejo AirstripSmall Airport
Francisco Bruno Barrera AirportSmall Airport
La Gloria AirportSmall Airport
Méndez AirportSmall Airport
Montemorelos AirportSmall Airport
Potrerillos AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Gato AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Huarache AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán AerodromeSmall Airport
Rancho La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Las Palmas AirfieldSmall Airport
Rancho San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
San Juanito AirportSmall Airport
Santa Maria Paras AirstripSmall Airport
Sotolar AirportSmall Airport
Vaquerias AirstripSmall Airport
Venecia AirportSmall Airport

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 China

What is the population of China?

China has a population of 8,997 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,478.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in China?

China has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.

How is the job market in China?

The job market in China is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 288 business establishments in the area.

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