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San Ignacio, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

San Ignacio is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 798. Elevation: 6,670 ft (2,033 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

798 Population 0/sq mi density
6,670 ft Elevation 2,033 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population798
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation6,670 ft (2,033 m)
Population798
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation6,670 ft (2,033 m)
Coordinates23.3353°, -102.9936°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Ignacio

San Ignacio is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 798. The city sits at an elevation of 6,670 feet (2,033 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: San Ignacio vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Ignacio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,670 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,670 ft (2,033 m)
Area2,207.6 sq mi (5,717.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.3353°N, 102.9936°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.54"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 103 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 188 km
2018 Willa Category 3 259 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 152 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (174 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 174 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
May 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
August 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
October 62°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in

San Ignacio has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.5") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Ignacio

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
STEREO FRESNILLO 91.1 (Fresnillo) - 91.1 FM - XHRRA-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Fresnillo, Zacatecas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps
W RADIO 94.3 (Fresnillo) - 94.3 FM - XHPFRZ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Fresnillo, Zacatecas 94.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA MEJOR FM 107.9 (Fresnillo) - 107.9 FM - XHEMA-FM - Grupo Radiofónico B15 - Fresnillo, Zacatecas américa, aquí nomás AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 1020 (Cañitas de Felipe Pescador) - 1020 AM - XECCCG-AM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Cañitas de Felipe Pescador, Zacatecas 1020 am, am MP3 128 kbps

Museums in San Ignacio

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mina Turistica De Fresnillo
Museo Agora

Libraries in San Ignacio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Agustin Guzman0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in San Ignacio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Centro de Abastos
Mercado Oriente

Stadiums & Teams in San Ignacio

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Ignacio

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International AirportZCLMedium 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 Ignacio

What is the population of San Ignacio?

San Ignacio has a population of 798 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,207.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Ignacio?

San Ignacio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.

How is the job market in San Ignacio?

The job market in San Ignacio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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