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San Carlos, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

San Carlos is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 1,116. Elevation: 1,476 ft (450 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1,116 Population 2/sq mi density
1,476 ft Elevation 450 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
28.8 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About San Carlos

San Carlos

San Carlos Municipality is a municipality located in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.

People

Population1,116
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Population1,116
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Coordinates24.5828°, -98.9434°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation28.8 inches (732 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Carlos

San Carlos is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 1,116. The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet (450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 36 business establishments.

Income: San Carlos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,476 ft (450 m)
Area673.5 sq mi (1,744.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates24.5828°N, 98.9434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.8"
24% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 88 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 88 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 86 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 31 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 100 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 96 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 118 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 115 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 96 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 110 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 115 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 111 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Hanna (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Hanna Category 1 243 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 292 km
2010 Alex Category 2 77 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 242 km
2005 Emily Category 3 53 km
2003 Erika Category 1 152 km
2000 Keith Category 1 245 km
1999 Bret Category 4 286 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 15 km
1983 Barry Category 1 172 km
1980 Allen Category 4 243 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 74°F (24°C) 1.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
September 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in

San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 58°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (0.8").

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Schools in San Carlos

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secundaria Técnica No. 30
Primaria Lauro Aguirre
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Airports Near San Carlos

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agrodesarrollo Carbonera AirportSmall Airport
El Caracol AirportSmall Airport
El Paraíso Uno AirportSmall Airport
Ganaderia Veintiuno de Enero AirportSmall Airport
Güémez AirportSmall Airport
Hacienda San Juan AirportSmall Airport
La Escuadra AirportSmall Airport
La Peñita AirportSmall Airport
La Trinidad AirportSmall Airport
Méndez AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Dolores AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Buenos Aires AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Tinieblo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho La Paloma AirportSmall Airport
Sotolar AirportSmall Airport
Turismo Lago Guerrero AirportSmall Airport
Vaquerias AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Carlos

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de San Carlos Borromeo

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Meteorites
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 San Carlos

What is the population of San Carlos?

San Carlos has a population of 1,116 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 673.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Carlos?

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.

How is the job market in San Carlos?

The job market in San Carlos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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