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Minas Viejas, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Minas Viejas is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 758. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

758 Population 1/sq mi density
1,621 ft Elevation 494 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population758
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Population758
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates22.4043°, -99.3360°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,181 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Minas Viejas

Minas Viejas is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 758. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Minas Viejas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Minas Viejas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Area585.3 sq mi (1,516.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates22.4043°N, 99.3360°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.5"
22% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 M5.0 111 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 108 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 70 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 118 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 98 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 95 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 129 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 103 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 99 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 70 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 1 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 141 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 147 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 109 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 101 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 271 km
2010 Alex Category 2 162 km
2007 Dean Category 2 299 km
2005 Emily Category 3 296 km
2000 Keith Category 1 149 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 191 km
1993 Gert Category 2 180 km
1990 Diana Category 2 261 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 250 km
1988 Debby Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
May 76°F (25°C) 2.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 8.8 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 8.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 9.3 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in

Minas Viejas has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Minas Viejas

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tele-Secundaria Alberto Carrera Torres
Primaria "18 de Marzo"
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Radio Stations near Minas Viejas

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM alternative, independent MP3 320 kbps
BUENAVISTA RADIO 102.9 (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - XHCSBY-FM - Medios Digitales Culturales de la Huasteca, A.C. - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí 102.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps
BONITA 91.1 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.1 FM - XHECM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
EXA FM 91.9 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.9 FM - XHRLM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.9 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Cafes in Minas Viejas

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafetería Vilu

Airports Near Minas Viejas

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alicia AirportSmall Airport
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Promesa AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Peñitas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Xicoténcatl AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Minas Viejas

What is the population of Minas Viejas?

Minas Viejas has a population of 758 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 585.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Minas Viejas?

Minas Viejas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches.

How is the job market in Minas Viejas?

The job market in Minas Viejas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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