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San Nicolás el Oro, Mexico
México · Mexico
San Nicolás el Oro is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,435. Elevation: 8,937 ft (2,724 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,435 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,937 ft (2,724 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8059°, -100.1175° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | México |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Nicolás el Oro
San Nicolás el Oro is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 1,435. The city sits at an elevation of 8,937 feet (2,724 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.
Income: San Nicolás el Oro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 46 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,937 ft (2,724 m) |
| Area | 53.2 sq mi (137.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8059°N, 100.1175°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 47 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 86 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 131 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 171 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in |
San Nicolás el Oro has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 47°F in January to 58°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (0.4").
Schools in San Nicolás el Oro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONALEP Plantel El Oro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Nicolás el Oro
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán | 107.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán | 89.1 fm, concesión social | MP3 128 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 | |
| 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 |
Museums in San Nicolás el Oro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico de Atlacomulco |
Libraries in San Nicolás el Oro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón | 0.0 | |||||
| Profesor Santiago Velasco Ruiz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Nicolás el Oro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de animales Solis | |||||
| Mercado Miguel De Madrid | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Monarca | |||||
| Presidente Adolfo López Mateos | |||||
| Tianguis Atlacomulco |
Gas Stations in San Nicolás el Oro
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Nicolás el Oro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Nicolás el Oro
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adolfo López Mateos International Airport | TLC | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quinta Palos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Nicolás el Oro
What is the population of San Nicolás el Oro?
San Nicolás el Oro has a population of 1,435 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 53.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Nicolás el Oro?
San Nicolás el Oro 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 el Oro?
San Nicolás el Oro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.