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Momax, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Momax is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,626. Elevation: 5,413 ft (1,650 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,626 Population 5/sq mi density
5,413 ft Elevation 1,650 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Momax

Momax is a small town located in the state of Zacatecas, Mexico. It is the administrative seat of the municipality of Momax.

People

Population1,626
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation5,413 ft (1,650 m)
Population1,626
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation5,413 ft (1,650 m)
Coordinates21.9234°, -103.3131°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (700 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Momax

Momax is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,626. The city sits at an elevation of 5,413 feet (1,650 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Momax vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Momax enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,413 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,413 ft (1,650 m)
Area298.5 sq mi (773.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates21.9234°N, 103.3131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.68"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 9, 2020.

May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 132 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 145 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 145 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 137 km
Mar 9, 2020 1 km NW of Guadalajara, Mexico M3.3 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 191 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 194 km
2021 Nora Category 1 262 km
2018 Willa Category 3 255 km
2015 Patricia Category 4 194 km
2011 Jova Category 2 268 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 156 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 152 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.4 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 7.7 in Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 6.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 56°F (14°C) 0.6 in

Momax has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 55°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Momax

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mariano Matamoros
Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla
Narciso Mendoza
Pedro Moreno
Simon Bolivar
Vicente Guerrero
Francisco Gonza�Lez Bocanegra
Los Hiuzar
Victoriano Huerta
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Radio Stations near Momax

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mega FM (Villahermosa) - 94.9 FM - XHTVH-FM - CORAT (Comisión de Radio y Televisión de Tabasco) - Villahermosa, TB #90s, 1980's MP3 128 kbps
La Grande de Tabasco (Villahermosa) - 89.7 FM - XHVX-FM - Grupo VX - Villahermosa, TB 89.7, 89.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
Mega FM (Tenosique) -102.9 FM - XHTQE-FM - CORAT (Comisión de Radio y Televisión de Tabasco) - Tenosique, TB #90s, 102.9 MP3 128 kbps
CAXCÁN FM 95.1 (Jalpa) - 95.1 FM - XHJRS-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Jalpa, Zacatecas 95.1 fm, américa AAC+ 80 kbps
La Grande de Tabasco - 89.7 FM - XHVX-FM - Grupo VX - Comalcalco / Villahermosa, TB 89.7, 89.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
Radio fórmula (Tabasco) - 94.1 FM [Villahermosa, Tabasco] music, news AAC
Radio Fórmula (Tabasco) - 94.1 FM - XHHGR-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Villahermosa, TB 94.1, 94.1 fm AAC

Farmers Markets in Momax

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juarez

Gas Stations in Momax

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Momax

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo GuayaberosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ramón López VelardeSmall Airport
Apozolco AirportSmall Airport
Chimaltitán AirstripSmall Airport
Insurgente Marcos Escobedo AirportSmall Airport
La Ciruelilla AirstripSmall Airport
Nueva Colonia AirstripSmall Airport
Popota AirstripSmall Airport
San Martin De Bolaños AirportSmall Airport
San Martín de Bolaños AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Catarina AirstripSmall Airport
Tuxpan de Bolaños AirstripSmall 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 Momax

What is the population of Momax?

Momax has a population of 1,626 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 298.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Momax?

Momax enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

How is the job market in Momax?

The job market in Momax is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

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