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San José de Raíces, Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

San José de Raíces is a small town in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 2,365. Elevation: 6,142 ft (1,872 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,365 Population 1/sq mi density
6,142 ft Elevation 1,872 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
13.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population2,365
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation6,142 ft (1,872 m)
Population2,365
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,142 ft (1,872 m)
Coordinates24.5715°, -100.2400°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation13.9 inches (354 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José de Raíces

San José de Raíces is a small town in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 2,365. The city sits at an elevation of 6,142 feet (1,872 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.9 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 76 business establishments.

Income: San José de Raíces vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)76

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San José de Raíces enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,142 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,142 ft (1,872 m)
Area2,785.8 sq mi (7,215.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.5715°N, 100.2400°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.9"
63% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 1.85"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 15, 2000 3 km NNE of Saltillo, Mexico M4.6 124 km
Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 98 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 92 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 122 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 110 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 49 km
Jul 21, 2020 28 km SSW of Huachichil, Mexico M4.2 82 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 32 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 102 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 119 km
Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 22 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 114 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 147 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 100 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 130 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 132 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Jan 20, 2010 4 km S of San Pedro Garza García, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 161 km
2005 Emily Category 3 163 km
2003 Erika Category 1 275 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 146 km
1983 Barry Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Wettest
June 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
August 66°F (19°C) 1.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in

San José de Raíces has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.9") and November the driest (0.5").

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Hotels in San José de Raíces

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Las dos lunos

Restaurants in San José de Raíces

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Camuco

Gas Stations in San José de Raíces

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #2125770541

Stadiums & Teams in San José de Raíces

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Airports Near San José de Raíces

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
Captain Roberto Chavez Balderas AirportSmall Airport
Cerro de Enmedio AirstripSmall Airport
Ciénega del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
El Ranchito AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe AirstripSmall Airport
Hacienda Tulapan AirportSmall Airport
Montemorelos AirportSmall Airport
Piedras Blancas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Huarache AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Nutria AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Las Palmas AirfieldSmall Airport
San Rafael AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana de Vanegas AirportSmall Airport
Sotolar AirportSmall Airport

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 José de Raíces

What is the population of San José de Raíces?

San José de Raíces has a population of 2,365 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,785.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de Raíces?

San José de Raíces 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 66°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.9 inches.

How is the job market in San José de Raíces?

The job market in San José de Raíces is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 76 business establishments in the area.

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