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San Rafael, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

San Rafael is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 508. Elevation: 3,937 ft (1,200 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

508 Population 0/sq mi density
3,937 ft Elevation 1,200 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population508
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation3,937 ft (1,200 m)
Population508
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3,937 ft (1,200 m)
Coordinates23.1249°, -99.7940°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (462 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Rafael

San Rafael is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 508. The city sits at an elevation of 3,937 feet (1,200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: San Rafael vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,937 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,937 ft (1,200 m)
Area1,249.3 sq mi (3,235.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.1249°N, 99.7940°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 34 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 38 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 135 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 68 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 150 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 118 km
2005 Emily Category 3 236 km
2000 Keith Category 1 203 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 274 km
1993 Gert Category 2 273 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.0 in
June 76°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.5 in

San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near San Rafael

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(DELETE)Cedros MineSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall 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 Rafael

What is the population of San Rafael?

San Rafael has a population of 508 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,249.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Rafael?

San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.

How is the job market in San Rafael?

The job market in San Rafael is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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