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Sarteneja, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Sarteneja is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 540. Elevation: 6,850 ft (2,088 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

540 Population 0/sq mi density
6,850 ft Elevation 2,088 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population540
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation6,850 ft (2,088 m)
Population540
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation6,850 ft (2,088 m)
Coordinates23.6811°, -101.7103°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (348 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sarteneja

Sarteneja is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 540. The city sits at an elevation of 6,850 feet (2,088 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Sarteneja vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sarteneja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 311 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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,850 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,850 ft (2,088 m)
Area3,517.4 sq mi (9,110.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.6811°N, 101.7103°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.7"
64% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.56"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 4, 2004.

Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 97 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 1 286 km
2002 Kenna Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
August 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in

Sarteneja has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 51°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Sarteneja

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charcas AirportSmall Airport
Minera Camino Rojo AirportSmall Airport
Palula AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Tulillo AirstripSmall 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 Sarteneja

What is the population of Sarteneja?

Sarteneja has a population of 540 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,517.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarteneja?

Sarteneja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.

How is the job market in Sarteneja?

Sarteneja has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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