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Tancanhuitz, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Tancanhuitz is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 2,933. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2,933 Population 33/sq mi density
709 ft Elevation 216 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tancanhuitz

Tancanhuitz

Tancanhuitz is a town and one of the 58 municipalities of the state of San Luis Potosí in central Mexico. It is located in the southeastern part of the state, approximately 330 km (210 mi) from the city of San Luis Potosí. The municipality covers an area of 134.05 km2 (51.76 sq mi).

People

Population2,933
Density33/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Population2,933
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Coordinates21.5979°, -98.9677°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tancanhuitz

Tancanhuitz is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 2,933. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 94 business establishments.

Income: Tancanhuitz vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tancanhuitz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area89.6 sq mi (232.0 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates21.5979°N, 98.9677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 58 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 58 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 53 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 56 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 43 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 26 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 62 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 29 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 88 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 28 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 62 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 10 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 47 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 143 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 59 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 180 km
2017 Katia Category 2 223 km
2010 Alex Category 2 245 km
2007 Dean Category 2 212 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 229 km
2000 Keith Category 1 157 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 131 km
1993 Gert Category 2 89 km
1990 Diana Category 2 180 km
1988 Debby Category 1 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.2 in
June 83°F (28°C) 10.6 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 10.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 8.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 13.7 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 7.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Tancanhuitz has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 67°F in December to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 68.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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Radio Stations near Tancanhuitz

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

Museums in Tancanhuitz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Leonora Carrington
Museo del Agua

Libraries in Tancanhuitz

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Ejidal Lic. Benito Juárez García0.0

Farmers Markets in Tancanhuitz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado San Carlos

Banks in Tancanhuitz

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Tancanhuitz

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cruz Negra AirstripSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Ju-Bar AirportSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Simiente AirstripSmall Airport
Los Cerones AirportSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Tancanhuitz

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Terafiss centro de Rehabilitación Fisica

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 Tancanhuitz

What is the population of Tancanhuitz?

Tancanhuitz has a population of 2,933 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 89.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tancanhuitz?

Tancanhuitz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tancanhuitz?

The job market in Tancanhuitz is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 94 business establishments in the area.

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