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Rayón, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Rayón is a small city in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 5,928. Elevation: 3,192 ft (973 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,928 Population 17/sq mi density
3,192 ft Elevation 973 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population5,928
Density17/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Population5,928
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Coordinates21.8433°, -99.6426°
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 Precipitation24.8 inches (629 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rayón

Rayón is a small city in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 5,928. The city sits at an elevation of 3,192 feet (973 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 24.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 190 business establishments.

Income: Rayón vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)190

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rayón 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 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,192 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,192 ft (973 m)
Area355.3 sq mi (920.2 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates21.8433°N, 99.6426°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.63"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 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 M5.0 148 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 141 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 17 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 58 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 38 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 93 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 30 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 57 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 70 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 82 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 73 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 59 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 13 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 56 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 47 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 94 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 144 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 251 km
2017 Katia Category 1 298 km
2010 Alex Category 2 231 km
2007 Dean Category 2 285 km
2000 Keith Category 1 198 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 203 km
1993 Gert Category 2 162 km
1990 Diana Category 2 255 km
1988 Debby Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
August 74°F (24°C) 4.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in

Rayón has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Rayón

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria General Francisco González Bocanegra - - - -
Escuela Primaria Melchor Ocampo - - - -
Escuela Secundaria Técnica No. 10 - - - -
Primaria General Miguel Hidalgo - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rayón

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
620 - MP3

Farmers Markets in Rayón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Licenciado y Profesor Carlos Conjitud Barrios

Restaurants in Rayón

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

El Chevis Club Restaurante

Gas Stations in Rayón

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Rayón

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo Ríoverde National Airport-Small Airport
Chantol Airstrip-Small Airport
Covadonga Airport-Small Airport
Jalpan Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rayón

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nuestra Señora del Refugio

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 Rayón

What is the population of Rayón?

Rayón has a population of 5,928 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 355.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rayón?

Rayón 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 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.

How is the job market in Rayón?

The job market in Rayón is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 190 business establishments in the area.

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