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El Obraje, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

El Obraje is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,980. Elevation: 7,254 ft (2,211 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

1,980 Population 2/sq mi density
7,254 ft Elevation 2,211 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
16.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,980
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain16.0 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation7,254 ft (2,211 m)
Population1,980
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation7,254 ft (2,211 m)
Coordinates22.1793°, -101.5898°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation16.0 inches (406 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Obraje

El Obraje is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,980. The city sits at an elevation of 7,254 feet (2,211 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: El Obraje vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Obraje enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 307 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 16.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,254 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,254 ft (2,211 m)
Area1,217.0 sq mi (3,152.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates22.1793°N, 101.5898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.0"
58% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Sep 25, 1995.

Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Kenna (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Kenna Category 1 300 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
August 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in

El Obraje has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in January to 67°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Stadiums & Teams in El Obraje

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Airports Near El Obraje

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguascalientes International AirportAGULarge Airport
Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSLPMedium Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall Airport
Salitral de Carrera 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 Obraje

What is the population of El Obraje?

El Obraje has a population of 1,980 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,217.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Obraje?

El Obraje enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Obraje?

The job market in El Obraje is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

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