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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About San Carlos
San Carlos Municipality is a municipality located in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,116 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.5828°, -98.9434° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Tamaulipas |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (732 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Area | 673.5 sq mi (1,744.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.5828°N, 98.9434°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Schools in San Carlos
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secundaria Técnica No. 30 | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Lauro Aguirre | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near San Carlos
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agrodesarrollo Carbonera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Caracol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Uno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganaderia Veintiuno de Enero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Güémez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda San Juan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Escuadra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Peñita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Trinidad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Méndez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nuevo Dolores Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Buenos Aires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho El Tinieblo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho La Paloma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sotolar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turismo Lago Guerrero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vaquerias Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Carlos
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San Carlos Borromeo |
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Meteorites Near San Carlos
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near San Carlos.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| San José | 1944 |
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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. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.
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