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Emiliano Zapata, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Emiliano Zapata is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,832. Elevation: 6,788 ft (2,069 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,832 Population 3/sq mi density
6,788 ft Elevation 2,069 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
16.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Emiliano Zapata

Emiliano Zapata

Emiliano Zapata Salazar was a Mexican revolutionary and guerrilla leader. He was a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution of 1910–1920, the main leader of the people's revolution in the Mexican state of Morelos, and the inspiration of the agrarian movement called Zapatismo.

People

Population1,832
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Population1,832
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Coordinates23.5726°, -103.3014°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation16.9 inches (429 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Emiliano Zapata

Emiliano Zapata is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,832. The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet (2,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Emiliano Zapata vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

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Climate in Emiliano Zapata

Emiliano Zapata has an average annual temperature of 16.4°C (62°F). The hottest month is May (20.2°C), the coldest is Jan (11.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 464 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.5°C / 53°F 2.9° / 20.1° 10.0
Feb 13.4°C / 56°F 4.3° / 22.5° 10.5
Mar 15.8°C / 60°F 6.5° / 25° 3.5
Apr 18.8°C / 66°F 8.9° / 28.7° 2.4
May 20.2°C / 68°F 10.6° / 29.7° 8.6
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 11.9° / 28.4° 61.0
Jul 18.6°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.7° 109.0
Aug 18.5°C / 65°F 11.5° / 25.5° 94.0
Sep 17.4°C / 63°F 10.9° / 24° 106.4
Oct 16°C / 61°F 8.1° / 23.9° 37.3
Nov 14°C / 57°F 5.8° / 22.2° 11.8
Dec 12.4°C / 54°F 4.2° / 20.6° 9.6
Emiliano Zapata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Area609.9 sq mi (1,579.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates23.5726°N, 103.3014°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.9"
56% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 64 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 166 km
2022 Orlene Category 1 296 km
2018 Willa Category 3 233 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 135 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 233 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
August 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Emiliano Zapata has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Emiliano Zapata

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
STEREO FRESNILLO 91.1 (Fresnillo) - 91.1 FM - XHRRA-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Fresnillo, Zacatecas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps
W RADIO 94.3 (Fresnillo) - 94.3 FM - XHPFRZ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Fresnillo, Zacatecas 94.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA MEJOR FM 107.9 (Fresnillo) - 107.9 FM - XHEMA-FM - Grupo Radiofónico B15 - Fresnillo, Zacatecas américa, aquí nomás AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Emiliano Zapata

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZCLMedium Airport
Ojitos de Santa Lucia 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 Emiliano Zapata

What is the population of Emiliano Zapata?

Emiliano Zapata has a population of 1,832 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 609.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Emiliano Zapata?

Emiliano Zapata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches.

How is the job market in Emiliano Zapata?

The job market in Emiliano Zapata is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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