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Real de Catorce, Mexico
San Luis Potosí · Mexico
Real de Catorce is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 1,392. Elevation: 8,786 ft (2,678 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Real de Catorce
Real de Catorce, often shortened to Real, is a village in the Mexican state of San Luis Potosí and the seat of the municipality of Catorce. It is located 160 miles (260 km) north of the city of San Luis Potosí, and currently has a full-time population of under 1,000 residents. This 'ghost-town' in the high and dry expanses of northern San Luis Potosí state was once a thriving silver mining settlement. Real de Catorce has long been a pilgrimage site for both local Catholics and Huichol shamanists, and is now being discovered by international tourists drawn by the desert ambience and reputed spiritual energy.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,392 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,786 ft (2,678 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.6900°, -100.8868° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | San Luis Potosí |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.3 inches (338 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Real de Catorce
Real de Catorce is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 1,392. The city sits at an elevation of 8,786 feet (2,678 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Real de Catorce vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 45 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,786 ft (2,678 m) |
| Area | 447.7 sq mi (1,159.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.6900°N, 100.8868°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in |
Real de Catorce has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 52°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Real de Catorce
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Universidad (UASLP) (Matehuala) - 91.9 FM - XHUASM-FM - Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí - Matehuala, San Luis Potosí | 91.9 fm, américa | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Real de Catorce
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo municipal |
Hotels in Real de Catorce
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Real de Catorce
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Real de Catorce
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Real de Catorce
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Real de Catorce
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (DELETE)Cedros Mine | — | Small Airport |
| Charcas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Manuel Moreno Torres National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Minera Camino Rojo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana de Vanegas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Real de Catorce
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de la Purísima Concepción |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Real de Catorce?
Real de Catorce has a population of 1,392 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 447.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Real de Catorce?
Real de Catorce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.3 inches.
How is the job market in Real de Catorce?
The job market in Real de Catorce is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.