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El Sitio, Mexico

Querétaro · Mexico

El Sitio is a small town in Querétaro, Mexico with a population of 600. Elevation: 7,323 ft (2,232 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

600 Population 583/sq mi density
7,323 ft Elevation 2,232 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population600
Density583/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation7,323 ft (2,232 m)
Population600
Population Density583 / sq mi
Elevation7,323 ft (2,232 m)
Coordinates20.3647°, -99.8563°
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 Sitio

El Sitio is a small town in Mexico (Querétaro) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 7,323 feet (2,232 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 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: El Sitio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Sitio 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 7,323 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

Elevation7,323 ft (2,232 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates20.3647°N, 99.8563°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 142 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 111 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 117 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 107 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 69 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 146 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 113 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 111 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 68 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 144 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 93 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 145 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 143 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 113 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 118 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Otis (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Otis Category 2 300 km
2021 Grace Category 3 225 km
2017 Katia Category 1 288 km
2007 Dean Category 2 267 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 288 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 263 km
1993 Gert Category 2 181 km
1990 Diana Category 2 262 km
1988 Debby Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (115 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 115 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 140 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 162 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 169 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 183 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 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 (14°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
May 69°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 67°F (20°C) 4.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 4.8 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
December 56°F (14°C) 0.3 in Coldest

El Sitio has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 56°F in December to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Sitio

10 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
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
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 Sitio

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de la Muerte
Panteón/Museo de la Santa Veracruz

Libraries in El Sitio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Luz Ángeles Nájera0.0

Farmers Markets in El Sitio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal
Mercado de Artesanías Tequesquicalli
Paseo Gastronómico
Reforma

Airports Near El Sitio

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Rancho LanzaroteSmall Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade 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 Sitio

What is the population of El Sitio?

El Sitio has a population of 600 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 583 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Sitio?

El Sitio 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 Sitio?

The job market in El Sitio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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