Piedras Negras, Mexico

Coahuila · Mexico

Piedras Negras is a large city in Coahuila, Mexico with a population of 150,178. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

150,178 Population 5,978/sq mi density

732 ft Elevation 223 meters

70°F Avg Temperature 21°C

20.5 in Annual Rain

America / Matamoros Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population150,178

Density5,978/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

Rain20.5 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Population	150,178
Population Density	5,978 / sq mi
Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Coordinates	28.7001°, -100.5235°
Timezone	America/Matamoros
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Coahuila
Average Temperature	70°F (21°C)
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation	20.5 inches (520 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Piedras Negras

Piedras Negras is a large city in Mexico (Coahuila) with a population of 150,178. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is America/Matamoros.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 99 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.

Income: Piedras Negras vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below Mexico avg

Establishments (County)	99

Business (County)

Restaurants	10
Healthcare	11
Retail	63

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Piedras Negras

Piedras Negras has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.6°C), the coldest is Jan (13.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 469 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	13.3°C / 56°F	6.3° / 20.3°	17.2
Feb	16°C / 61°F	8.8° / 23.3°	15.3
Mar	20.6°C / 69°F	13° / 28.2°	27.8
Apr	24.8°C / 77°F	17.3° / 32.4°	29.3
May	28.3°C / 83°F	20.9° / 35.7°	66.1
Jun	31.2°C / 88°F	24° / 38.4°	69.8
Jul	31.6°C / 89°F	24.8° / 38.5°	47.0
Aug	32.6°C / 91°F	25.2° / 40.1°	42.4
Sep	28.6°C / 83°F	21.9° / 35.2°	69.7
Oct	24°C / 75°F	17.1° / 31°	46.0
Nov	18.2°C / 65°F	11.3° / 25.2°	26.2
Dec	13.3°C / 56°F	6.3° / 20.3°	12.4

Piedras Negras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	70.4°F
	30% above Mexico avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Area	25.1 sq mi (65.1 km²)
Population Density	5,978/sq mi
Coordinates	28.7001°N, 100.5235°W
Timezone	America/Matamoros

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"

46% below Mexico avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.07"

Driest Month (Dec) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jul 24, 2025	18 km E of El Indio, Texas	M3.6	44 km
Apr 3, 2005	11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico	M3.5	40 km
Feb 20, 2022	3 km S of El Indio, Texas	M3.4	32 km
Jan 9, 2021	3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas	M3.3	28 km
Feb 18, 2021	7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas	M3.3	36 km
Jun 18, 2021	3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas	M3.1	31 km
Feb 27, 2021	6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas	M3.0	24 km
Mar 20, 2019	3 km E of Cotulla, Texas	M2.8	133 km
Apr 13, 2023	7 km ESE of El Indio, Texas	M2.7	36 km
Aug 29, 2021	3 km SW of El Indio, Texas	M2.7	29 km
Aug 18, 2021	2 km WSW of El Indio, Texas	M2.6	28 km
Jun 3, 2021	3 km E of Las Quintas Fronterizas, Texas	M2.6	8 km
May 8, 2021	16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas	M2.6	37 km
May 7, 2024	16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas	M2.6	38 km
Aug 17, 2023	4 km SSE of Pearsall, Texas	M2.6	142 km
Jun 14, 2025	11 km E of Dilley, Texas	M2.6	143 km
May 7, 2021	22 km SE of El Indio, Texas	M2.5	52 km
May 7, 2024	19 km E of El Indio, Texas	M2.5	44 km
May 9, 2024	19 km E of El Indio, Texas	M2.5	45 km
Feb 16, 2021	5 km WNW of El Indio, Texas	M2.5	24 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bret (1999).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1999	Bret	Category 2	297 km
1980	Allen	Category 2	173 km

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

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURR (4,633 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	BURR	4,633	39 km
2008	COMMANCHE RANCH	4,488	47 km
2008	HOLMES	3,331	97 km
2022	WEST NUECES	1,893	98 km
2008	UNNAMED	1,522	43 km
2020	MOODY	1,070	78 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	52°F (11°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	57°F (14°C)	1.0 in
March	65°F (18°C)	0.7 in
April	72°F (22°C)	1.7 in
May	78°F (26°C)	2.8 in
June	84°F (29°C)	3.1 in	Wettest
July	86°F (30°C)	1.7 in	Warmest
August	85°F (30°C)	1.9 in
September	80°F (27°C)	3.1 in
October	72°F (22°C)	2.3 in
November	61°F (16°C)	0.9 in
December	54°F (12°C)	0.7 in	Driest

Piedras Negras has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 52°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and December the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Piedras Negras

Institution	Type	Founded	Website
Universidad Politecnica de Piedras Negras	University	—	—

Schools in Piedras Negras

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
UAC	—	—	—	—
Secundaria "Pedro Ferriz"	—	—	—	—
Colegio México	—	—	—	—
Esc. Sec. Benito Juárez	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Piedras Negras

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
ARROBA FM 101.7 (Piedras Negras) - 101.7 FM - XHCPN-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	101.7 fm, @fm	MP3
LA RANCHERITA DEL AIRE 580 (Piedras Negras) - 580 AM - XELRDA-AM - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	103.7 fm, 580 am	MP3 96 kbps
La Kebuena Taxco 96.1 FM	banda, entretenimiento	MP3 128 kbps
BACK FM 100.9 (Piedras Negras) - 100.9 FM - XHVM-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	100.9 fm, américa	AAC+ 32 kbps
Buenisiima (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	103.9, 103.9 fm	MP3 128 kbps
DINÁMICA 94.5 (Piedras Negras) - 94.5 FM - XHTA-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	94.5 fm, américa	AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio fórmula Guerrero 105.5 FM Acapulco	acapulco, grupo fórmula	AAC
Voces (Acapulco) - 92.1 FM - XHACD-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero	92.1 fm, acapulco	MP3 128 kbps
SUPER (Acapulco) - 94.5 FM - XHNU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	94.5, 94.5 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	89.7, 89.7 fm	MP3 96 kbps
SUPER (Chilpancingo) - 102.7 FM / 680 AM - XHCHG-FM / XECHG-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR	102.7, 102.7 fm	MP3 64 kbps
W Radio Chilpancingo 105.1 FM	chilpancingo, grupo radio cañón	MP3 128 kbps
La Ke Buena 93.9 Iguala	banda, banda norteña	MP3 128 kbps
Arroba FM (Piedras Negras) - 101.7 FM - XHCPN-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	101.7 fm, @fm	MP3
EXA FM 107.1 (Piedras Negras) - 107.1 FM - XHPNS-FM - Grupo Radio Zócalo - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	107.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 32 kbps
Vida (Piedras Negras) - 99.9 FM - XHSG-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	99.9 fm, américa	MP3 64 kbps
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 105.5 (Piedras Negras) - 105.5 FM - XHRE-FM - Radiorama Piedras Negras - Piedras Negras, Coahuila	105.5 fm, américa	MP3
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	89.7, 89.7 fm	MP3 96 kbps
Globo 98.5 (Zihuatanejo) - 98.5 FM - XHZHO-FM - Pegaso Radiocomunicaciones - Zihuatanejo, Guerrero	98.5 fm, américa	MP3 128 kbps
Altamix 91.9FM	banda, entretenimiento	AAC+ 48 kbps
SUPER (Acapulco) - 94.5 FM - XHNU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	94.5, 94.5 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Los40 Acapulco 102.3 FM	acapulco, adult contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
FM Globo Zihuatanejo - 98.5 FM - XHZHO-FM - Pegaso Radiocomunicaciones - Zihuatanejo, Guerrero	98.5 fm, balada	MP3 128 kbps
Radio UAGro	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Mejor Acapulco - 100.1 FM - XHSE-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, GR	100.1, 100.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
La Más Buena (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - NTR Medios de Comunicación - Taxco, GR	96.1, 96.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
La Bestia Grupera (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR	99.7, 99.7 fm	MP3 64 kbps
Voces (Acapulco) - 92.1 FM - XHACD-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, GR	92.1, 92.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Fórmula Guerrero 96.1 Acapulco	acapulco, grupo fórmula	AAC
SUPER (Chilpancingo) - 102.7 FM / 680 AM - XHCHG-FM / XECHG-AM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, GR	102.7, 102.7 fm	MP3 64 kbps
Lokura FM Grupera Chilpancingo 97.1 FM	banda, banda norteña	AAC 130 kbps
Vida (Acapulco) - 89.7 FM - XHKJ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero	89.7 fm, acapulco	MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Piedras Negras

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
FORT DUNCAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8307731111
Museo

Libraries in Piedras Negras

Name	Address	Annual Visits
EAGLE PASS PUBLIC LIBRARY	589 E MAIN ST	83,819
Bibioteca Municipal "José vasconcelos"
BiblioTECria

Farmers Markets in Piedras Negras

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Coppel Vía Plaza

Hotels in Piedras Negras

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express

La Quinta

Posada Rosa

Restaurants in Piedras Negras

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asadero Grill

Carnitas "Uruapan"

Rancho Steak

Cinemas in Piedras Negras

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema Gemelos

Villarreal

Monuments in Piedras Negras

8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asta Bandera

Bandera Monumental

Cabeza Olmeca

Monumental Flag

Pirámide

Plaza de las Culturas

Clinics in Piedras Negras

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinica de Rehabilitación

Médico General

Dentists in Piedras Negras

14 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro Dental

Clinica Sonríe

consultorio dental

Dental City

Dental Siller

Dentista José Escandon

Dentista Victor Escandon

Desposito Dental La Guadalupana

Higene Dental

Imagen Dental

MX #13846491319

MX #13846491326

MX #1518352823

Plaza Dental

Bus Stations in Piedras Negras

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central de Autobuses de Piedras Negras

Gas Stations in Piedras Negras

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #1488219439

MX #1491019517

Pemex

Banks in Piedras Negras

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBVA

BBVA Bancomer

Santander

Stadiums & Teams in Piedras Negras

Team	League	Division

Cell Towers in Piedras Negras

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
.5 MI South of Eagle Pass (46236)	LTOWER	105
.5 MI S (46236)	LTOWER	105

Airports Near Piedras Negras

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Ciudad Acuña International Airport	ACN	Medium Airport
Del Rio International Airport	DRT	Medium Airport
Laughlin Air Force Base	DLF	Medium Airport
Piedras Negras International Airport	PDS	Medium Airport
A Foyt Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeropista de la Región Carbonífera	—	Small Airport
Anacacho Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Anacacho Wind Farm Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Barker Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Bertani Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bill Moody Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Briscoes Catarina Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Canoitas Airport	—	Small Airport
Carricitos Airport	—	Small Airport
Chacon Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Chaparosa Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Chaparrosa Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Chupadera Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Colorado Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Comanche Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Dentonio Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond C Ranch Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Dimmit County Airport	CZT	Small Airport
Double M Ranch Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Dunbar Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
El Aguila Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
El Alamo Airport	—	Small Airport
Faith Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying G Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Clark Springs Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontier Airport	—	Small Airport
Griffin Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hacienda Cuajomulco Airport	—	Small Airport
Hacienda El Caballo Airport	—	Small Airport
Hadley Wardlaw Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hobbs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hughes Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Indio-Faith Airport	—	Small Airport
La Burra Airport	—	Small Airport
La Fonda Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
La Gloria de Coahuila Airport	—	Small Airport
La Luz Airport	—	Small Airport
La Reforma de Guerrero Airport	—	Small Airport
Las Cuevas Airport	—	Small Airport
Loma de Cometa Airport	—	Small Airport
Los Tiernos Airport	—	Small Airport
Maverick County Memorial International Airport	EGP	Small Airport
Miller Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Piedras Negras

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
South Texas Rural Health Services Inc - Eagle Pass Wellness Center	Substance Abuse	830-757-0117

Churches & Religious Organizations in Piedras Negras

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Barrios IV y V
Capilla San Francisco de Asís
Parroquia San Juan
Santuario de Guadalupe

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Historic Markers

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Quick Facts

Timezone

America/Matamoros

Around Piedras Negras

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools	28
Hospitals	3
Pharmacies	8
Restaurants	10
Cafes	3
Bars	2
Supermarkets	63
Banks	5
Hotels	5
Parks	64
Police Stations	2
Fire Stations	3
Places of Worship	9

Things to See Near Piedras Negras

3 places within 15 km

🛡️ Forts (1)

• Fort Duncan Infantry Barracks

⛰️ Peaks (1)

• Hillcrest

🎢 Theme Parks (1)

• Parque Recreativo CTM Region Norte

🇲🇽 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 Piedras Negras

What is the population of Piedras Negras?

Piedras Negras has a population of 150,178 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5,978 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Piedras Negras?

Piedras Negras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.

How is the job market in Piedras Negras?

The job market in Piedras Negras is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 99 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations.

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