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Providencia, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Providencia is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 817. Elevation: 6,716 ft (2,047 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

817 Population 1/sq mi density
6,716 ft Elevation 2,047 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
13.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population817
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation6,716 ft (2,047 m)
Population817
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,716 ft (2,047 m)
Coordinates23.1671°, -102.0104°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation13.5 inches (343 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Providencia

Providencia is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 817. The city sits at an elevation of 6,716 feet (2,047 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: Providencia vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Providencia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 13.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,716 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,716 ft (2,047 m)
Area1,184.1 sq mi (3,066.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.1671°N, 102.0104°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.5"
64% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.52"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 4, 2004.

Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 150 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 1 286 km
2002 Kenna Category 1 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in
August 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in

Providencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Providencia

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZCLMedium Airport
Palula AirportSmall 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 Providencia

What is the population of Providencia?

Providencia has a population of 817 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,184.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Providencia?

Providencia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches.

How is the job market in Providencia?

The job market in Providencia is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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