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General Cepeda, Mexico
Coahuila · Mexico
General Cepeda is a small town in Coahuila, Mexico with a population of 4,382. Elevation: 4,816 ft (1,468 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About General Cepeda
General Cepeda is a city and seat of the municipality of General Cepeda, in the north-eastern Mexican state of Coahuila. The town is named after Victoriano Cepeda Camacho (1826-1892), a general and a governor of Coahuila. Until 1892, the town was named San Francisco de los Patos and had been the headquarters for two of the largest estates in all of the Americas. In 2023, General Cepeda was designated a Pueblo Mágico by the Mexican government, recognizing its cultural and historical importance.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,382 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,816 ft (1,468 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.3777°, -101.4757° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Coahuila |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.4 inches (339 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About General Cepeda
General Cepeda is a small town in Mexico (Coahuila) with a population of 4,382. The city sits at an elevation of 4,816 feet (1,468 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: General Cepeda vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 140 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,816 ft (1,468 m) |
| Area | 1,422.1 sq mi (3,683.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.3777°N, 101.4757°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in |
General Cepeda has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 54°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near General Cepeda
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Saltillo - 102.5 FM - XHSHT-FM - MVS Radio - Saltillo, Coahuila | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| COAHUILA RADIO 89.7 (Saltillo) - 89.7 FM - XHSOC-FM - Coahuila Radio y Televisión - Saltillo, Coahuila | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Stereo Saltillo 93.5 FM | pop music | AAC 93 kbps | |
| LA PRIMERA 88.9 (Saltillo) - 88.9 FM - XHAJ-FM - Grupo Multimedia El Diario de Coahuila - Saltillo, Coahuila | 88.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| RADIOTEC 100.1 (Saltillo) - 100.1 FM - XHINS-FM - Instituto Tecnológico de Saltillo - Saltillo, Coahuila | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| STEREO SALTILLO 93.5 (Saltillo) - 93.5 FM - XHQC-FM - Multimedios Radio - Saltillo, Coahuila | 93.5 fm, adult spanish hits | AAC 93 kbps | |
| ADN 92.1 (Saltillo) - 92.1 FM - XHPEFQ-FM - Alas Para Las Palabras, A.C. - Saltillo, Coahuila | 92.1 fm, adn | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Infonor radio - online [Saltillo, Coahuila] | music, news | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in General Cepeda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Paleontología Rincón Colorado |
Hotels in General Cepeda
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near General Cepeda
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Plan de Guadalupe International Airport | SLW | Medium Airport |
| Cedros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cerro de Enmedio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Herradura de Mexico Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mazapil East Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Parras El Alto Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Las Liebres Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Terminal Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of General Cepeda?
General Cepeda has a population of 4,382 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,422.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in General Cepeda?
General Cepeda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.4 inches.
How is the job market in General Cepeda?
The job market in General Cepeda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 140 business establishments in the area.