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La Herradura, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

La Herradura is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 2,199. Elevation: 7,034 ft (2,144 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,199 Population 2/sq mi density
7,034 ft Elevation 2,144 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,199
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation7,034 ft (2,144 m)
Population2,199
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation7,034 ft (2,144 m)
Coordinates23.0282°, -101.7455°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.2 inches (360 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Herradura

La Herradura is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 2,199. The city sits at an elevation of 7,034 feet (2,144 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: La Herradura vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Herradura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 14.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,034 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,034 ft (2,144 m)
Area1,184.1 sq mi (3,066.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.0282°N, 101.7455°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.2"
63% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.48"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 4, 2004.

Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 139 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Kenna (2002).

Year Name Category Closest
2002 Kenna Category 1 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in Wettest
October 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in

La Herradura has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.5") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near La Herradura

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charcas AirportSmall Airport
Salitral de Carrera AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Herradura

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
UBR

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 La Herradura

What is the population of La Herradura?

La Herradura has a population of 2,199 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,184.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Herradura?

La Herradura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.2 inches.

How is the job market in La Herradura?

The unemployment rate in La Herradura is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

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