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Cieneguilla, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Cieneguilla is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 6,017 ft (1,834 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,190 Population 12/sq mi density
6,017 ft Elevation 1,834 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Cieneguilla

Cieneguilla



Two prison riots occurred at the Cieneguillas Regional Center for Social Reintegration in Cieneguillas, Zacatecas, Mexico. The first was on 31 December 2019, and the second on 2 January 2020. Sixteen inmates were killed on 31 December, and another inmate was killed on 2 January.

People

Population1,190
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,017 ft (1,834 m)
Population1,190
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation6,017 ft (1,834 m)
Coordinates21.2483°, -100.2739°
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 Cieneguilla

Cieneguilla is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 6,017 feet (1,834 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 38 business establishments.

Income: Cieneguilla vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cieneguilla 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 6,017 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

Elevation6,017 ft (1,834 m)
Area102.9 sq mi (266.4 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates21.2483°N, 100.2739°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

27 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 M4.3 101 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 85 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 100 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 115 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 82 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 100 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 115 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 113 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 61 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 112 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 132 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 82 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 150 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 109 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 99 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 132 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 99 km
May 15, 2000 9 km NW of Caltimacan, Mexico M3.5 113 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 116 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 1 280 km
2000 Keith Category 1 287 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 269 km
1993 Gert Category 2 205 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

Cieneguilla 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 Cieneguilla

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 Cieneguilla

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

Farmers Markets in Cieneguilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Juárez
Mercado Municipal
Nuevo Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Cieneguilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cieneguilla

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de Allende-Small Airport
Aeródromo El Jaguey-Small Airport
Aeródromo La Roca-Small Airport
Cadereyta Airport-Small Airport
Campo Ríoverde National Airport-Small Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade Airport-Small Airport
La Begoña Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Jaralito-Small Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa Airstrip-Small 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 Cieneguilla

What is the population of Cieneguilla?

Cieneguilla has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 102.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cieneguilla?

Cieneguilla 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 Cieneguilla?

The job market in Cieneguilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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