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San Carlos, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

San Carlos is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 588. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

588 Population 3/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
87.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population588
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain87.9 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population588
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates17.6811°, -94.7067°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation87.9 inches (2,232 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Carlos

San Carlos is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: San Carlos vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area235.0 sq mi (608.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.6811°N, 94.7067°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.9"
131% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.28"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,501 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 66 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 100 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 124 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 37 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 142 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 77 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 73 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 94 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 39 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 96 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 114 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 73 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 100 km
Jun 28, 2015 11 km NE of La Blanca, Mexico M5.4 111 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 83 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 125 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 268 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 282 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 186 km
2010 Karl Category 3 225 km
2007 Dean Category 1 279 km
2005 Stan Category 1 104 km
1997 Rick Category 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 112 km
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 11.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 14.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 15.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 15.3 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 10.2 in
November 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in

San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 87.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.3") and April the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near San Carlos

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ISTMO 94.9 (Acayucan) - 94.9 FM - XHPTEA-FM - ACayucan, Veracruz 94.9 fm, acayucan AAC+ 80 kbps
LA KEBUENA 93.9 (Acayucan) - 93.9 FM - XHEVZ-FM - Acayucan, Veracruz 93.9 fm, acayucan MP3 128 kbps
RADIO SENSACIONAL DIGITAL 93.9 (Allende) - 93.9 FM - XHVD-FM - Allende, Coahuila MP3 64 kbps

Museums in San Carlos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Sitio

Libraries in San Carlos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Lic. Miguel Alemán Valdés"0.0

Airports Near San Carlos

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International AirportMTTMedium Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Robalo AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall 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 San Carlos

What is the population of San Carlos?

San Carlos has a population of 588 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 235.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Carlos?

San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Carlos?

The job market in San Carlos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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