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El Rincón, Mexico

Querétaro · Mexico

El Rincón is a small town in Querétaro, Mexico with a population of 1,240. Elevation: 6,795 ft (2,071 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,240 Population 380/sq mi density
6,795 ft Elevation 2,071 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About El Rincón

El Rincón is a town in the municipality of Tepehuanes in the Mexican state of Durango.

People

Population1,240
Density380/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation6,795 ft (2,071 m)
Population1,240
Population Density380 / sq mi
Elevation6,795 ft (2,071 m)
Coordinates20.7411°, -99.7847°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuerétaro
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (385 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Rincón

El Rincón is a small town in Mexico (Querétaro) with a population of 1,240. The city sits at an elevation of 6,795 feet (2,071 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: El Rincón vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Rincón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,795 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,795 ft (2,071 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates20.7411°N, 99.7847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 121 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 138 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 148 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 75 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 107 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 104 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 77 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 96 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 91 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 101 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 50 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 75 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 105 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 84 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 136 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 102 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 95 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 219 km
2017 Katia Category 1 280 km
2007 Dean Category 2 260 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 281 km
2000 Keith Category 1 284 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 236 km
1993 Gert Category 2 159 km
1990 Diana Category 2 249 km
1988 Debby Category 1 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 157 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 182 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 196 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
February 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
October 62°F (16°C) 1.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

El Rincón has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in December to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Rincón

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 80 kbps
K Digital - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
YEAH FM 89.9 (La Piedad) - 89.9 FM - XHLP-FM - Guizar Comunicación Integral - La Piedad, Michoacán 2000s, 80s AAC
EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
La Z 102.5 (US) chirstian MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1, 99.1 fm MP3 160 kbps
La Z 107.1 (US) regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps
K 102.7 (Tequisquiapan) - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 89.9 (La Piedad) - 89.9 FM - XHLP-FM - Guizar Comunicación Integral - La Piedad, Michoacán 89.9 fm, américa AAC

Museums in El Rincón

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de la Máscara
Museo del Huapango

Farmers Markets in El Rincón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal
Mercado Cadereyta
Mercado de Artesanías Tequesquicalli
Mercado Municipal San Joaquin
Paseo Gastronómico

Airports Near El Rincón

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos 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 Rincón

What is the population of El Rincón?

El Rincón has a population of 1,240 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Rincón?

El Rincón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Rincón?

The job market in El Rincón is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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