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El Capulín, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

El Capulín is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 2,049. Elevation: 3,442 ft (1,049 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,049 Population 2/sq mi density
3,442 ft Elevation 1,049 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,049
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation3,442 ft (1,049 m)
Population2,049
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,442 ft (1,049 m)
Coordinates21.8281°, -100.0374°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation19.9 inches (505 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Capulín

El Capulín is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 2,049. The city sits at an elevation of 3,442 feet (1,049 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: El Capulín vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

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Commute & Transportation

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Climate in El Capulín

El Capulín has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is May (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 541 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.9°C / 62°F 9.3° / 24.5° 11.4
Feb 19.1°C / 66°F 10.4° / 27.8° 16.1
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 13.2° / 31.6° 6.6
Apr 25.2°C / 77°F 15.9° / 34.4° 15.9
May 27.2°C / 81°F 18.6° / 35.7° 37.5
Jun 26.4°C / 80°F 19.2° / 33.6° 59.2
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 18.6° / 32.1° 111.9
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 18.5° / 32.8° 91.0
Sep 24.5°C / 76°F 18.2° / 30.8° 109.5
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 15.4° / 29.2° 53.3
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.4° 20.1
Dec 17°C / 63°F 9.6° / 24.4° 8.5
El Capulín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,442 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.3°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,442 ft (1,049 m)
Area1,200.7 sq mi (3,109.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates21.8281°N, 100.0374°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 141 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 133 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 56 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 80 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 119 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 99 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 72 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 56 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 93 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 96 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 53 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 91 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 80 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 129 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 70 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 117 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 115 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 284 km
2010 Alex Category 2 248 km
2000 Keith Category 1 236 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 243 km
1993 Gert Category 2 197 km
1990 Diana Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in
August 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.0 in Wettest
October 67°F (20°C) 1.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in

El Capulín has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near El Capulín

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
620 MP3

Museums in El Capulín

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
IMAC
Museo Interactivo Colibrí
Museo Interactivo Colibrí
Museo Regional de Rioverde

Libraries in El Capulín

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Muinicipal0.0

Farmers Markets in El Capulín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Colón

Airports Near El Capulín

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall 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 El Capulín

What is the population of El Capulín?

El Capulín has a population of 2,049 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,200.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Capulín?

El Capulín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches.

How is the job market in El Capulín?

The job market in El Capulín is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

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