La Parada del Zarcido, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

La Parada del Zarcido is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 570. Elevation: 6,788 ft (2,069 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

570 Population 2/sq mi density

6,788 ft Elevation 2,069 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

14.5 in Annual Rain

America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population570

Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

Rain14.5 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation6,788 ft (2,069 m)

Population	570
Population Density	2 / sq mi
Elevation	6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Coordinates	22.0800°, -100.7003°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	San Luis Potosí
Average Temperature	64°F (18°C)
January Average	56°F (13°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	14.5 inches (367 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Parada del Zarcido

La Parada del Zarcido is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 570. The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet (2,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: La Parada del Zarcido vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.3%
	36% below Mexico avg

Establishments (County)	18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in La Parada del Zarcido

La Parada del Zarcido has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is May (20.9°C), the coldest is Jan (12.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 358 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	12.9°C / 55°F	3.5° / 22.3°	13.8
Feb	15.2°C / 59°F	5.1° / 25.2°	10.2
Mar	17.3°C / 63°F	7.2° / 27.4°	7.4
Apr	19.9°C / 68°F	9.4° / 30.4°	9.4
May	20.9°C / 70°F	11° / 30.8°	36.3
Jun	20.7°C / 69°F	12.5° / 28.9°	50.9
Jul	19.7°C / 67°F	11.9° / 27.5°	60.6
Aug	19.6°C / 67°F	11.4° / 27.8°	52.8
Sep	19°C / 66°F	11.8° / 26.1°	66.8
Oct	17.3°C / 63°F	9.1° / 25.5°	29.0
Nov	14.7°C / 58°F	5.8° / 23.6°	10.9
Dec	13.2°C / 56°F	3.9° / 22.4°	10.2

La Parada del Zarcido enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 67°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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	63.8°F
	18% above Mexico avg
January Average	56°F (13°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6,788 ft (2,069 m)
Area	303.0 sq mi (784.8 km²)
Population Density	2/sq mi
Coordinates	22.0800°N, 100.7003°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.5"

62% below Mexico avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Sep) 2.60"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023	15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico	M5.0	128 km
Jun 5, 2023	11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico	M4.6	119 km
Jan 15, 2007	San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico	M4.3	129 km
Jan 16, 2007	1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico	M4.1	129 km
Mar 11, 1998	12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico	M4.1	146 km
Oct 11, 1990	8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico	M4.0	144 km
Jan 25, 2008	12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico	M4.0	125 km
Aug 23, 1993	6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico	M4.0	144 km
Mar 11, 1998	12 km E of Concá, Mexico	M3.7	142 km
Feb 17, 1993	10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico	M3.2	117 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2010	Alex	Category 2	266 km
2000	Keith	Category 1	294 km
1993	Gert	Category 1	271 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	56°F (13°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
February	58°F (15°C)	0.3 in
March	64°F (18°C)	0.3 in	Driest
April	68°F (20°C)	0.8 in
May	70°F (21°C)	1.5 in	Warmest
June	70°F (21°C)	2.3 in
July	67°F (20°C)	2.3 in
August	67°F (20°C)	2.2 in
September	66°F (19°C)	2.6 in	Wettest
October	63°F (17°C)	1.0 in
November	60°F (15°C)	0.3 in
December	57°F (14°C)	0.4 in

La Parada del Zarcido has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 56°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near La Parada del Zarcido

33 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
W Radio San Luis Potosí - 100.1 FM - XHPM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	100.1, 100.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Candela (San Luis Potosí) - 94.1 FM - XHRASA-FM - Cadena RASA - San Luis Potosí, SL	94.1, 94.1 fm	MP3
MAS FM 99.3 (San Luis Potosí) - 99.3 FM - XHTL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	2000s, 80s	MP3 128 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM (Ciudad Valles) - 94.7 FM - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 128 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM (Ciudad Valles) - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 San Luis Potosí - 103.9 FM - XHEWA-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	103.9, 103.9 fm	MP3 128 kbps
100.1 W Radio (San Luis Potosí) - 100.1 FM - XHPM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	100.1 fm, américa	MP3 128 kbps
Azteka Radio (Ciudad Fernández) - Online - Ciudad Fernández, San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 128 kbps
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 320 kbps
XHNB-FM "Amor 95.3" San Luis Potosi, SL	musica romantica, san luis potosi	AAC+ 48 kbps
Azteka Radio	banda, cumbia	MP3 128 kbps
XHQK-FM 98.5 "La Comadre" San Luis Potosi, SL	grupera, san luis potosi	AAC+ 48 kbps
Azteka Radio San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 128 kbps
MIX San Luis Potosí - 98.5 FM - XHQK-FM - Grupo ACIR - San Luis Potosí, SL	2000s, 2010s	AAC+ 48 kbps
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM San Luis Potosí	—	MP3 320 kbps
Trión San Luis - 90.1 FM - XHSMR-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	90.1, 90.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
AMOR 95.3 (San Luis Potosí) - 95.3 FM - XHNB-FM - Grupo ACIR - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	95.3 fm, acir	AAC+ 48 kbps
FACTOR 96.1 (San Luis Potosí) - 96.1 FM - XHOB-FM - MG Comunicación - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	96.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 64 kbps
VOX FM Radio Hits 96.9 (San Luis Potosí) - 96.9 FM - XHOD-FM - Global Media - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	96.9 fm, américa	MP3 128 kbps
Imagen (San Luis Potosí) - 103.1 FM - XHEPO-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	103.1, 103.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
La Ke Buena San Luis Potosí - 105.7 FM - XHBM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	105.7, 105.7 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Amor San Luis Potosí - 95.3 FM - XHNB-FM - Grupo ACIR - San Luis Potosí, SL	95.3, 95.3 fm	AAC+ 48 kbps
EXA FM 102.1 (San Luis Potosí) - 102.1 FM - XHESL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	102.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 64 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM (Rioverde) - 91.7 FM - Rioverde, San Luis Potosí	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM San Luis Potosí	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
VOX Love Station San Luis Potosí - 96.9 FM - XHOD-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	96.9, 96.9 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Luis Potosí - 102.1 FM - XHESL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	102.1 fm, contemporary hits	AAC+ 64 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM	bible, cristiana	MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor San Luis Potosí - 90.9 FM - XHWZ-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	90.9 fm, aquí nomás	AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 100.1 (San Luis Potosí) - 100.1 FM - XHPM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí	100.1 fm, américa	MP3 128 kbps
La Q San Luis Potosí 95.7 FM	banda, globalmedia	MP3 128 kbps
Más FM (San Luis Potosí) - 99.3 FM - XHTL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, SL	1970s, 1980's	MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 San Luis Potosí - 540 AM - XEWA-AM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL	103.9, 103.9 fm	MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in La Parada del Zarcido

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Biblioteca Municipal		0.0

Farmers Markets in La Parada del Zarcido

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Ecomercado

Restaurants in La Parada del Zarcido

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Puerta de Alcalá

Stadiums & Teams in La Parada del Zarcido

Team	League	Division

Estadio Santos de Soledad

Airports Near La Parada del Zarcido

4 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Ponciano Arriaga International Airport	SLP	Medium Airport
Rancho El Jaralito	—	Small Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Villa de Arista Airport	—	Small Airport

Treatment Centers in La Parada del Zarcido

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CREE
Distrofia Muscular Progresiva

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 Parada del Zarcido

What is the population of La Parada del Zarcido?

La Parada del Zarcido has a population of 570 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Parada del Zarcido?

La Parada del Zarcido enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Parada del Zarcido?

The job market in La Parada del Zarcido is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Villa Zaragoza 9,915 pop · 3.6 mi Ciudad Satélite 1,448 pop · 6.5 mi La Esperanza 2,054 pop · 6.5 mi El Jaralito 1,065 pop · 8.3 mi Laguna de Santa Rita 2,635 pop · 9.7 mi Cerro Gordo 2,123 pop · 10.0 mi Portezuelo 1,353 pop · 10.1 mi La Pila 6,722 pop · 11.2 mi Arroyos 1,367 pop · 13.2 mi Laguna de San Vicente 2,762 pop · 13.8 mi Enramadas 1,355 pop · 14.6 mi Enrique Estrada 2,023 pop · 16.4 mi Ojo Caliente 1,305 pop · 16.5 mi Pardo 2,224 pop · 16.8 mi

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