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Tambaca, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Tambaca is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 3,550. Elevation: 1,073 ft (327 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3,550 Population 6/sq mi density
1,073 ft Elevation 327 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
64.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,550
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain64.6 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Population3,550
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Coordinates21.9608°, -99.3011°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation64.6 inches (1,640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tambaca

Tambaca is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 3,550. The city sits at an elevation of 1,073 feet (327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 114 business establishments.

Income: Tambaca vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)114

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tambaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,073 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Area623.7 sq mi (1,615.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates21.9608°N, 99.3011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.6"
70% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 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 M4.6 147 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 27 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 70 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 93 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 80 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 41 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 48 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 51 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 30 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 50 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 57 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 54 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 49 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 93 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 62 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 98 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 150 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 105 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 232 km
2017 Katia Category 1 274 km
2010 Alex Category 2 209 km
2007 Dean Category 2 263 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 280 km
2000 Keith Category 1 161 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 170 km
1993 Gert Category 2 141 km
1990 Diana Category 2 229 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 293 km
1988 Debby Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in
June 83°F (28°C) 11.3 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 12.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in

Tambaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 65°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Tambaca

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria 20 de Noviembre
Secundaria Tecnica #34
COBACH #35
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Radio Stations near Tambaca

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM alternative, independent MP3 320 kbps
BUENAVISTA RADIO 102.9 (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - XHCSBY-FM - Medios Digitales Culturales de la Huasteca, A.C. - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí 102.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Tambaca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Tambaca

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
El Limonal AirportSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tancholin 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 Tambaca

What is the population of Tambaca?

Tambaca has a population of 3,550 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 623.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tambaca?

Tambaca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.6 inches.

How is the job market in Tambaca?

The job market in Tambaca is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 114 business establishments in the area.

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