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El Pensil, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

El Pensil is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 801. Elevation: 1,188 ft (362 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

801 Population 1/sq mi density
1,188 ft Elevation 362 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
49.0 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population801
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Population801
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Coordinates22.7047°, -99.4006°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation49.0 inches (1,245 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Pensil

El Pensil is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 801. The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet (362 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.0 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: El Pensil vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Pensil has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area691.2 sq mi (1,790.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates22.7047°N, 99.4006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.0"
29% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 86 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 85 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 102 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 132 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 126 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 123 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 131 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 34 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 126 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 141 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 134 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 132 km
2005 Emily Category 3 265 km
2000 Keith Category 1 154 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 214 km
1993 Gert Category 2 212 km
1990 Diana Category 2 288 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 219 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.8 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in Warmest
July 80°F (26°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.4 in
October 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in

El Pensil has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near El Pensil

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BONITA 91.1 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.1 FM - XHECM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
EXA FM 91.9 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.9 FM - XHRLM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.9 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Breweries in El Pensil

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Tigre

Airports Near El Pensil

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aerofumigaciones Quila AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
El Jefe AirstripSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe de Llera AirportSmall Airport
Promesa AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Peñitas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Xicoténcatl AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Pensil

What is the population of El Pensil?

El Pensil has a population of 801 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 691.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Pensil?

El Pensil has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Pensil?

The job market in El Pensil is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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