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San Nicolás de la Torre, Mexico

Querétaro · Mexico

San Nicolás de la Torre is a small town in Querétaro, Mexico with a population of 1,058. Elevation: 7,966 ft (2,428 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,058 Population 705/sq mi density
7,966 ft Elevation 2,428 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,058
Density705/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation7,966 ft (2,428 m)
Population1,058
Population Density705 / sq mi
Elevation7,966 ft (2,428 m)
Coordinates20.0781°, -100.1014°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuerétaro
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Nicolás de la Torre

San Nicolás de la Torre is a small town in Mexico (Querétaro) with a population of 1,058. The city sits at an elevation of 7,966 feet (2,428 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: San Nicolás de la Torre vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Nicolás de la Torre experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 31.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,966 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Mexico avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,966 ft (2,428 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density705/sq mi
Coordinates20.0781°N, 100.1014°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.05"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 101 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 78 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 67 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 87 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 98 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 131 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 130 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 73 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 78 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 129 km
Jul 5, 2002 5 km NNE of San Pedro Tenayac, Mexico M3.8 110 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 150 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 139 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 88 km
Jan 9, 2001 2 km NE of Macho de Agua, Mexico M3.7 70 km
Feb 6, 2008 1 km NW of Concepción la Venta, Mexico M3.7 43 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 19 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 32 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Otis (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Otis Category 2 265 km
2021 Rick Category 2 283 km
2021 Grace Category 1 255 km
2007 Dean Category 1 296 km
1996 Boris Category 1 268 km
1993 Gert Category 2 219 km
1990 Diana Category 1 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 77 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 114 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 151 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 170 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 174 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 183 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 62°F (17°C) 5.1 in
July 55°F (13°C) 7.1 in Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 5.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
December 53°F (11°C) 0.3 in

San Nicolás de la Torre has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and March the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near San Nicolás de la Torre

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 80 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
K Digital - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
YEAH FM 89.9 (La Piedad) - 89.9 FM - XHLP-FM - Guizar Comunicación Integral - La Piedad, Michoacán 2000s, 80s AAC
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
La Z 102.5 (US) chirstian MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1, 99.1 fm MP3 160 kbps
La Z 107.1 (US) regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps
K 102.7 (Tequisquiapan) - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in San Nicolás de la Torre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de la Muñeca Artesanal

Farmers Markets in San Nicolás de la Torre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado de animales Solis
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in San Nicolás de la Torre

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Airports Near San Nicolás de la Torre

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall 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 Nicolás de la Torre

What is the population of San Nicolás de la Torre?

San Nicolás de la Torre has a population of 1,058 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 705 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Nicolás de la Torre?

San Nicolás de la Torre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.

How is the job market in San Nicolás de la Torre?

The job market in San Nicolás de la Torre is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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