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Mezquitillo, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Mezquitillo is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 568. Elevation: 6,476 ft (1,974 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

568 Population 3/sq mi density
6,476 ft Elevation 1,974 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population568
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation6,476 ft (1,974 m)
Population568
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,476 ft (1,974 m)
Coordinates23.6039°, -102.5034°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (362 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mezquitillo

Mezquitillo is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 568. The city sits at an elevation of 6,476 feet (1,974 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Mezquitillo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mezquitillo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 68°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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,476 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,476 ft (1,974 m)
Area204.7 sq mi (530.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates23.6039°N, 102.5034°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
63% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.99"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

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 M4.2 121 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 1 244 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
June 71°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
August 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Mezquitillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Mezquitillo

4 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
W RADIO 1020 (Cañitas de Felipe Pescador) - 1020 AM - XECCCG-AM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Cañitas de Felipe Pescador, Zacatecas 1020 am, am MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Mezquitillo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZCLMedium Airport
Rancho El Tulillo AirstripSmall Airport
Salitral de Carrera 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 Mezquitillo

What is the population of Mezquitillo?

Mezquitillo has a population of 568 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 204.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mezquitillo?

Mezquitillo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches.

How is the job market in Mezquitillo?

Mezquitillo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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