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Santa Catarina, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Santa Catarina is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,111. Elevation: 545 ft (166 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,111 Population 5/sq mi density
545 ft Elevation 166 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina

The Santa Catarina River is a river and a State Protected Natural Area in Nuevo León, Mexico; a tributary of the San Juan River and the Rio Grande, it flows through the Monterrey metropolitan area.

People

Population1,111
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Population1,111
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Coordinates21.1005°, -98.3808°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,111. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet (166 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 36 business establishments.

Income: Santa Catarina vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Catarina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area216.2 sq mi (560.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates21.1005°N, 98.3808°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 138 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 115 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 98 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 118 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 134 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 82 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 98 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 79 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 99 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 100 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 97 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 136 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 148 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 65 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 126 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 97 km
2017 Katia Category 2 144 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 222 km
2010 Karl Category 3 295 km
2007 Dean Category 2 131 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 149 km
2000 Keith Category 1 159 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 90 km
1993 Gert Category 2 8 km
1990 Diana Category 2 104 km
1988 Debby Category 1 121 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
April 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 12.5 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Santa Catarina has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 68.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and February the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Santa Catarina

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria General "Benito Juárez"
Telesecundaria No. 130
COBAEH Plantel Santa Catarina
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Radio Stations near Santa Catarina

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Santa Catarina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Yahualica

Libraries in Santa Catarina

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibioteca José P Cabrera Licona0.0
Diego Isidro0.0
Ing. Luis Flores Pérez0.0
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Huejutla
Tianguis

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Catarina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Catarina

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Isla Fronton AirportSmall Airport
Isla Juana Ramirez AirstripSmall Airport
La Mesa AirstripSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Santa Catarina

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Catarina

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia católica
Iglesia de santa catalina

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 Santa Catarina

What is the population of Santa Catarina?

Santa Catarina has a population of 1,111 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 216.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Catarina?

Santa Catarina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Catarina?

The job market in Santa Catarina is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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