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San Marcos, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
San Marcos is a small city in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 12,779. Elevation: 6,719 ft (2,048 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About San Marcos
San Marcos is a department in southwestern Guatemala, on the Pacific Ocean and along the western Guatemala–Mexico border.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 12,779 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,719 ft (2,048 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0306°, -99.3355° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.8 inches (705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos
San Marcos is a small city in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 12,779. The city sits at an elevation of 6,719 feet (2,048 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Marcos vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 409 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in San Marcos
San Marcos has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is May (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (12.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 630 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,719 ft (2,048 m) |
| Area | 185.3 sq mi (479.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0306°N, 99.3355°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 108 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 112 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 119 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 55°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and December the driest (0.3").
Schools in San Marcos
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad del Nuevo México | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Narciso Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria 2o de Noviembre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Marcos
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal (Valle de México) - 103.7 FM - XHCME-FM - Grupo Siete - Coacalco / Melchor Ocampo, EM | 103.7, 103.7 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Marcos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Site of Tula | ||||
| Centro Cultural de Tepeji del Río | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Tula “Jorge R. Acosta” | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de Jilotepec | ||||
| Parque museo del ferrocarril | ||||
| Sala de Orientación y Servicios Guadalupe Mastache | ||||
| Sala Histórica Quetzalcoatl |
Libraries in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Digital Soyaniquilpan | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Progreso de O. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Alfonso Cravioto | 0.0 | |||||
| José María Morelos | 0.0 | |||||
| JUANA DE ASBAJE | 0.0 | |||||
| Lic. Benito Juárez García | 0.0 | |||||
| Octavio Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Prof. Isauro Rodríguez Estrada | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Cruz Azul | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado de Municipal | |||||
| Mercado de Zumpango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Mixquiahuala | |||||
| Plaza Tlaxcoapan | |||||
| Tianguis Tepeji del Rio |
Hotels in San Marcos
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Marcos
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Marcos
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in San Marcos
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Marcos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Marcos
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport | MEX | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | — | Small Airport |
| Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Cadereyta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isaac Castro Sahade Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
| Mexico City Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San Marcos
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Cruz Roja | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Marcos
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Antigua Iglesia | |
| Nueva Iglesia | |
| Parroquia de San Marcos |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Marcos
What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 12,779 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 185.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos?
San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches.
How is the job market in San Marcos?
The job market in San Marcos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 409 business establishments in the area.