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Santiago, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Santiago is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,447. Elevation: 7,028 ft (2,142 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,447 Population 1/sq mi density
7,028 ft Elevation 2,142 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
15.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,447
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation7,028 ft (2,142 m)
Population1,447
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation7,028 ft (2,142 m)
Coordinates22.4543°, -101.4587°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago

Santiago is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,447. The city sits at an elevation of 7,028 feet (2,142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 46 business establishments.

Income: Santiago vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,028 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,028 ft (2,142 m)
Area1,217.0 sq mi (3,152.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates22.4543°N, 101.4587°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 148 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in
April 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in

Santiago has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Santiago

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W Radio San Luis Potosí - 100.1 FM - XHPM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 100.1, 100.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
Candela (San Luis Potosí) - 94.1 FM - XHRASA-FM - Cadena RASA - San Luis Potosí, SL 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3
MAS FM 99.3 (San Luis Potosí) - 99.3 FM - XHTL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 2000s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM (Ciudad Valles) - 94.7 FM - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí MP3 128 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM (Ciudad Valles) - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí MP3 128 kbps
100.1 W Radio (San Luis Potosí) - 100.1 FM - XHPM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 100.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí MP3 320 kbps
XHNB-FM "Amor 95.3" San Luis Potosi, SL musica romantica, san luis potosi AAC+ 48 kbps
XHQK-FM 98.5 "La Comadre" San Luis Potosi, SL grupera, san luis potosi AAC+ 48 kbps
Azteka Radio San Luis Potosí MP3 128 kbps
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM San Luis Potosí MP3 320 kbps
Trión San Luis - 90.1 FM - XHSMR-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 90.1, 90.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
AMOR 95.3 (San Luis Potosí) - 95.3 FM - XHNB-FM - Grupo ACIR - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 95.3 fm, acir AAC+ 48 kbps
FACTOR 96.1 (San Luis Potosí) - 96.1 FM - XHOB-FM - MG Comunicación - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 96.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
VOX FM Radio Hits 96.9 (San Luis Potosí) - 96.9 FM - XHOD-FM - Global Media - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 96.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 San Luis Potosí - 103.9 FM - XHEWA-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 103.9, 103.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
Imagen (San Luis Potosí) - 103.1 FM - XHEPO-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 103.1, 103.1 fm MP3 128 kbps
La Ke Buena San Luis Potosí - 105.7 FM - XHBM-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 105.7, 105.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Amor San Luis Potosí - 95.3 FM - XHNB-FM - Grupo ACIR - San Luis Potosí, SL 95.3, 95.3 fm AAC+ 48 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM San Luis Potosí AAC+ 128 kbps
VOX Love Station San Luis Potosí - 96.9 FM - XHOD-FM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 96.9, 96.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Luis Potosí - 102.1 FM - XHESL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 102.1 fm, contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Cielos Abiertos 94.7 FM bible, cristiana MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor San Luis Potosí - 90.9 FM - XHWZ-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí 90.9 fm, aquí nomás AAC+ 64 kbps
La Q San Luis Potosí 95.7 FM banda, globalmedia MP3 128 kbps
Más FM (San Luis Potosí) - 99.3 FM - XHTL-FM - MG Radio - San Luis Potosí, SL 1970s, 1980's MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 San Luis Potosí - 540 AM - XEWA-AM - GlobalMedia - San Luis Potosí, SL 103.9, 103.9 fm MP3 128 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Santiago

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santiago

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSLPMedium Airport
Charcas AirportSmall Airport
Salitral de Carrera AirportSmall Airport
Villa de Arista AirportSmall Airport

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 Santiago

What is the population of Santiago?

Santiago has a population of 1,447 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,217.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago?

Santiago enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago?

The job market in Santiago is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.

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