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Comales, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

Comales is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 2,429. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,429 Population 6/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population2,429
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Population2,429
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates26.1814°, -98.9186°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Comales

Comales is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 2,429. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 78 business establishments.

Income: Comales vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)78

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Comales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area415.1 sq mi (1,075.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates26.1814°N, 98.9186°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 M4.5 128 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 107 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 122 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 104 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 109 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 91 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 93 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 77 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 93 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 80 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 82 km
Aug 30, 2016 11 km N of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.6 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Hanna Category 1 103 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 273 km
2010 Alex Category 2 237 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 117 km
2005 Emily Category 3 133 km
2003 Erika Category 1 171 km
1999 Bret Category 4 131 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 176 km
1983 Barry Category 1 167 km
1980 Allen Category 4 96 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Wildfire History

11 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNS RANCH FIRE (58,395 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BURNS RANCH FIRE 58,395 90 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,389 78 km
2008 JONES RANCH 2,998 82 km
2005 2686 2,979 64 km
2010 ENCINITOS RANCH 1,967 86 km
2011 ENCINITOS 1,748 89 km
2008 SAN RAFAEL RANCH 1,407 81 km
2005 BORREGO 1,392 78 km
2004 ROMAN COMPLEX 1,241 63 km
2022 LA PALOMA 1,214 34 km
2022 MILLER 1,005 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in
June 85°F (29°C) 2.6 in
July 86°F (30°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in

Comales has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 57°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Comales

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Historico de Camargo
Museo Municipal

Libraries in Comales

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RIO GRANDE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY591 E CANALES BROS ST0.017,011
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Cell Towers in Comales

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1350 S. EMBASSY ROADGTOWER150
7.5 MI W ON 83, 1.3 MI N OF (46209)GTOWER122
7.5 MI W ON 83, 1.3 MI N OF (46209)GTOWER122
OFF HWY 755 (78123)GTOWER118
OFF HWY 755 (78123)GTOWER118
6486 East Highway 83LTOWER95
CORNER OF BRAVO AND GLADIATOR IN SCHOOL YARDLTOWER59

Airports Near Comales

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Lucio Blanco International AirportREXMedium Airport
McAllen Miller International AirportMFEMedium Airport
Agualeguas National AirportSmall Airport
Agualeguas Old AirportSmall Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Arroyo Carrizalejos AirportSmall Airport
BFS West AirportSmall Airport
Borregos Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Diamond O Ranch AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo AirportSmall Airport
El Coyote Ranch AirportSmall Airport
El Nejo AirstripSmall Airport
El Retorno AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Bruno Barrera AirportSmall Airport
Gross Private AirportSmall Airport
La Gloria AirportSmall Airport
La Pinta AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Potrerillos AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Gato AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán AerodromeSmall Airport
Rancho La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
Ranchos Las Islas AirportSmall Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
San Rafael Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Santa Maria Paras AirstripSmall Airport
Star K Ranch AirportSmall 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 Comales

What is the population of Comales?

Comales has a population of 2,429 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 415.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Comales?

Comales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches.

How is the job market in Comales?

The job market in Comales is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 78 business establishments in the area.

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