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El Centinela, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

El Centinela is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 817. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

817 Population 1/sq mi density
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population817
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Population817
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates22.0731°, -98.6542°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (903 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Centinela

El Centinela is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 817. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: El Centinela vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Centinela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area937.3 sq mi (2,427.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates22.0731°N, 98.6542°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.01"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 21, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 92 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 116 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 118 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 109 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 115 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 83 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 80 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 54 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 85 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 88 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 106 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 113 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 126 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 138 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 146 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 98 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 201 km
2017 Katia Category 2 230 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 254 km
2010 Alex Category 2 194 km
2007 Dean Category 2 224 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 238 km
2000 Keith Category 1 97 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 112 km
1993 Gert Category 2 114 km
1990 Diana Category 2 184 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 250 km
1988 Debby Category 1 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.4 in
June 85°F (30°C) 5.4 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 6.5 in
August 84°F (29°C) 5.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in

El Centinela has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 66°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.0") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near El Centinela

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM alternative, independent MP3 320 kbps
BUENAVISTA RADIO 102.9 (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - XHCSBY-FM - Medios Digitales Culturales de la Huasteca, A.C. - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí 102.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps

Gas Stations in El Centinela

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near El Centinela

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aero Fumigaciones David AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones El Primo AirportSmall Airport
Benny AirportSmall Airport
Betty AirportSmall Airport
Campo Verde AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cruz Negra AirstripSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
Cuestecitas AirportSmall Airport
Ejido González AirportSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
El Limonal AirportSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
El Paraiso AirportSmall Airport
El Rocio AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Husky AirportSmall Airport
Ju-Bar AirportSmall Airport
La Chijolosa AirportSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Escondida AirportSmall Airport
La Nueva Gloria AirportSmall Airport
La Poza AirportSmall Airport
La Simiente AirstripSmall Airport
Lindavista AirstripSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Los Cerones AirportSmall Airport
Malvinas AirstripSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Montañas del Gualul AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Promesa AirportSmall Airport
Proveedora Agrícola de Tampico AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Bernal AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Casco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Peñitas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Santo Domingo AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tancasneque AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall 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 Centinela

What is the population of El Centinela?

El Centinela has a population of 817 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 937.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Centinela?

El Centinela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.

How is the job market in El Centinela?

The job market in El Centinela is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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