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El Cañón, Mexico
San Luis Potosí · Mexico
El Cañón is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 584. Elevation: 1,972 ft (601 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 584 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.4372°, -99.0039° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | San Luis Potosí |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,322 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Cañón
El Cañón is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 584. The city sits at an elevation of 1,972 feet (601 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Cañón vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.5°F |
| 42% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Area | 175.6 sq mi (454.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.4372°N, 99.0039°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
El Cañón has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in El Cañón
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Bachillerato Comunitario | — | — | — | — |
Museums in El Cañón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leonora Carrington | ||||
| Museo del Agua |
Libraries in El Cañón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Ejidal Lic. Benito Juárez García | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Cañón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado San Carlos |
Stadiums & Teams in El Cañón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Cañón
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chantol Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Covadonga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cruz Negra Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Frater Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hualul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalpan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ju-Bar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Ensenada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Simiente Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moctezuma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Plan de Iguala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamuín National Airport | TSL | Small Airport |
| Tanchijol Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tancholin Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Cañón
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Terafiss centro de Rehabilitación Fisica |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Cañón?
El Cañón has a population of 584 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 175.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Cañón?
El Cañón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.
How is the job market in El Cañón?
The job market in El Cañón is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.