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San Rafael, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

San Rafael is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 2,160. Elevation: 7,487 ft (2,282 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,160 Population 2/sq mi density
7,487 ft Elevation 2,282 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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About San Rafael

San Rafael

San Rafael is a train station located in San Rafael, Chihuahua, Mexico.

People

Population2,160
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation7,487 ft (2,282 m)
Population2,160
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation7,487 ft (2,282 m)
Coordinates27.4893°, -107.8897°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (951 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Rafael

San Rafael is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 2,160. The city sits at an elevation of 7,487 feet (2,282 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 69 business establishments.

Income: San Rafael vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,487 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,487 ft (2,282 m)
Area1,194.8 sq mi (3,094.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates27.4893°N, 107.8897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
1% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 12, 2022.

Jul 12, 2022 14 km ENE of San Juanito, Mexico M4.6 73 km
May 1, 2010 22 km SW of San Francisco de Borja, Mexico M4.3 108 km
Aug 1, 2011 14 km ESE of Batopilas, Mexico M4.2 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Manuel (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Manuel Category 1 299 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 97 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 295 km
1998 Isis Category 1 288 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 262 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 242 km
1986 Newton Category 1 209 km
1986 Paine Category 1 275 km
1982 Paul Category 2 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in
April 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Driest
May 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 8.8 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 8.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in

San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 51°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.8") and April the driest (0.5").

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Hotels in San Rafael

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabañas Los Portales
copper canyon trail head inn
Copper Canyon Trailhead Inn
Divisadero Barrancas
Entronque Barrancas
Hotel Divisadero Barrancas
Mansion Tarahumara
Posada Barrancas
Posada Barrancas

Restaurants in San Rafael

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Los Magueyes

Monuments in San Rafael

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cruz y capillita de San Miguel

Theme Parks in San Rafael

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parque de aventura Barrancas del cobre

Clinics in San Rafael

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IMSS

Train Stations in San Rafael

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación Chihuahuicame
Estación Divisadero
Posada Barrancas
San Rafael

Bus Stations in San Rafael

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #4730902528

Airports Near San Rafael

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Creel International Airport / Barrancas del Cobre Regional AirportMedium Airport
Aboreachi AirportSmall Airport
Arechuyvo AirportSmall Airport
Batopilas AirportSmall Airport
Benjamín M. Chaparro AirportSmall Airport
Caballero AirportSmall Airport
Chagayvo AirportSmall Airport
Chinipas AirportSmall Airport
Divisadero Barrancas AirstripSmall Airport
El Manzanillal AirportSmall Airport
El Pilar AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Valenzuela Lagarda AirportSmall Airport
Jesus Maria AirstripSmall Airport
La Cieneguita AirstripSmall Airport
La Misión de Guadalupe AirportSmall Airport
Las Moras AirportSmall Airport
Los Napuchis AirportSmall Airport
Melchor Ocampo AirportSmall Airport
Mina de Palmarejo AirportSmall Airport
Mineral de Polanco AirportSmall Airport
Norogachi AirstripSmall Airport
Pesachi AirstripSmall Airport
San Ignacio 2 AirportSmall Airport
San Ignacio AirportSmall Airport
San Juanito AirportSmall Airport
San Miguel de Tubares AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana AirportSmall Airport
Sugurachi AirportSmall Airport
Tehuerichi AirportSmall Airport
Témoris AirfieldSmall Airport
Urique AirportSmall Airport
Uruachi AirportSmall Airport
Yoquivo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Rafael

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Rafael Arcangel

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Chihuahua

🇲🇽 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 Rafael

What is the population of San Rafael?

San Rafael has a population of 2,160 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,194.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Rafael?

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

How is the job market in San Rafael?

The job market in San Rafael is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

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