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El Fortín May, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

El Fortín May is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 525. Elevation: 495 ft (151 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

525 Population 7/sq mi density
495 ft Elevation 151 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population525
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Population525
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Coordinates21.7011°, -98.8394°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Fortín May

El Fortín May is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 525. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet (151 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.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: El Fortín May vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Fortín May has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area71.0 sq mi (184.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates21.7011°N, 98.8394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

25 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 68 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 75 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 58 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 77 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 42 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 72 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 71 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 105 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 9 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 44 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 46 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 72 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 94 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 61 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 76 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 80 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 93 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 126 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 178 km
2017 Katia Category 2 218 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 300 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 293 km
2010 Alex Category 2 234 km
2007 Dean Category 2 208 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 225 km
2000 Keith Category 1 139 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 118 km
1993 Gert Category 2 87 km
1990 Diana Category 2 174 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 295 km
1988 Debby Category 1 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
April 81°F (27°C) 2.2 in
May 85°F (29°C) 4.4 in
June 85°F (30°C) 9.0 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in
August 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in
September 82°F (28°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Coldest

El Fortín May has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 68°F in December to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near El Fortín May

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

Libraries in El Fortín May

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Ejidal Lic. Benito Juárez García0.0
Yo Sé Que Puedo0.0

Breweries in El Fortín May

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Modelorama

Airports Near El Fortín May

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cruz Negra AirstripSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Ju-Bar AirportSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Poza AirportSmall Airport
La Simiente AirstripSmall Airport
Los Cerones AirportSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport
Yack AirportSmall 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 Fortín May

What is the population of El Fortín May?

El Fortín May has a population of 525 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 71.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Fortín May?

El Fortín May 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 Fortín May?

The job market in El Fortín May is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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