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San Sebastián de Salitre, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

San Sebastián de Salitre is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,863. Elevation: 6,654 ft (2,028 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,863 Population 9/sq mi density
6,654 ft Elevation 2,028 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,863
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Population1,863
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Coordinates21.1028°, -100.4809°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (374 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Sebastián de Salitre

San Sebastián de Salitre is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 1,863. The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet (2,028 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 60 business establishments.

Income: San Sebastián de Salitre vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Sebastián de Salitre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,654 ft (2,028 m)
Area201.7 sq mi (522.5 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates21.1028°N, 100.4809°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 27, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 128 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 129 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 122 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 140 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 126 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 136 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 138 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 82 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 130 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 107 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 129 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 90 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 138 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 144 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 117 km
May 15, 2000 9 km NW of Caltimacan, Mexico M3.5 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 1 297 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 293 km
1993 Gert Category 1 226 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 191 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
February 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
May 69°F (20°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.0 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest

San Sebastián de Salitre has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 56°F in December to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and November the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near San Sebastián de Salitre

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Cuenca de la Independencia derechos humanos, indigenous MP3
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
620 - MP3

Libraries in San Sebastián de Salitre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Carmen Serdán0.0

Farmers Markets in San Sebastián de Salitre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Juárez
Nuevo Mercado Municipal
Tianguis Martes & Domingos

Breweries in San Sebastián de Salitre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Modelo en San Luis de la Paz

Stadiums & Teams in San Sebastián de Salitre

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Airports Near San Sebastián de Salitre

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de Allende-Small Airport
Aeródromo El Jaguey-Small Airport
Aeródromo La Roca-Small Airport
Cadereyta Airport-Small Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade Airport-Small Airport
La Begoña Airport-Small Airport
Quinta Palos Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Jaralito-Small Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in San Sebastián de Salitre

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de San Miguel de Allende

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 Sebastián de Salitre

What is the population of San Sebastián de Salitre?

San Sebastián de Salitre has a population of 1,863 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 201.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Sebastián de Salitre?

San Sebastián de Salitre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches.

How is the job market in San Sebastián de Salitre?

The job market in San Sebastián de Salitre is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 60 business establishments in the area.

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