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Colonia Fovissste, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Colonia Fovissste is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 756. Elevation: 6,191 ft (1,887 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

756 Population 1/sq mi density
6,191 ft Elevation 1,887 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population756
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation6,191 ft (1,887 m)
Population756
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,191 ft (1,887 m)
Coordinates24.6114°, -101.3736°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (445 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colonia Fovissste

Colonia Fovissste is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 756. The city sits at an elevation of 6,191 feet (1,887 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Colonia Fovissste vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

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Commute & Transportation

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Colonia Fovissste enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,191 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,191 ft (1,887 m)
Area1,000.4 sq mi (2,591.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.6114°N, 101.3736°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.4 on Mar 16, 2022.

Jun 15, 2000 3 km NNE of Saltillo, Mexico M4.6 101 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 97 km
Jul 21, 2020 28 km SSW of Huachichil, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 146 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 131 km
Jan 20, 2010 4 km S of San Pedro Garza García, Mexico M4.0 149 km
Mar 16, 2022 5 km SW of Santiago, Mexico M3.4 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 1 267 km
2005 Emily Category 1 273 km
1988 Gilbert Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.7 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in

Colonia Fovissste has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Colonia Fovissste

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Francisco I Madero
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Gas Stations in Colonia Fovissste

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #633744793

Airports Near Colonia Fovissste

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cedros AirportSmall Airport
Cerro de Enmedio AirstripSmall Airport
El Ranchito AirportSmall Airport
General Felipe Ángeles AirfieldSmall Airport
Guadalupe AirstripSmall Airport
La Herradura de Mexico AirstripSmall Airport
Mazapil East AirfieldSmall Airport
Minera Camino Rojo AirportSmall Airport
San Marcos del Tapado AirfieldSmall Airport
Santa Ana de Vanegas AirportSmall Airport
Terminal AirfieldSmall 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 Colonia Fovissste

What is the population of Colonia Fovissste?

Colonia Fovissste has a population of 756 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,000.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colonia Fovissste?

Colonia Fovissste enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches.

How is the job market in Colonia Fovissste?

The job market in Colonia Fovissste is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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