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Acatepec, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Acatepec is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 3,066. Elevation: 8,346 ft (2,544 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3,066 Population 27/sq mi density
8,346 ft Elevation 2,544 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Acatepec

Acatepec is a city and the seat of Acatepec's municipality, in Guerrero, southern Mexico. As of 2010, the population was 2,238. Acatepec is the most populous location in its municipality and accounts for less than ten percent of its population.

People

Population3,066
Density27/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation8,346 ft (2,544 m)
Population3,066
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation8,346 ft (2,544 m)
Coordinates18.3724°, -97.0365°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,479 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acatepec

Acatepec is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 3,066. The city sits at an elevation of 8,346 feet (2,544 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Acatepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acatepec experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,346 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,346 ft (2,544 m)
Area114.7 sq mi (297.1 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates18.3724°N, 97.0365°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.00"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

161 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 42 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 121 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 39 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 122 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 103 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 128 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 132 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 93 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 96 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 146 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 138 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 114 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 60 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 137 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 63 km
Feb 12, 2012 5 km WSW of Ayotzintepec, Mexico M4.6 122 km
Jul 14, 2010 20 km E of Santa María Camotlán, Mexico M4.6 74 km
Sep 8, 1999 3 km NW of Tamazola, Mexico M4.5 149 km
Feb 9, 2006 7 km WNW of San José Río Manzo, Mexico M4.5 138 km
Jul 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.5 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 263 km
2024 John Category 3 279 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 283 km
2021 Grace Category 3 247 km
2017 Max Category 1 271 km
2017 Katia Category 1 248 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 187 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 228 km
2010 Karl Category 3 64 km
2007 Dean Category 2 237 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 237 km
2005 Stan Category 1 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 257 km
1997 Rick Category 1 276 km
1990 Diana Category 2 281 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 265 km
1988 Debby Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 77 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 90 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 109 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 110 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 125 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 147 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 152 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 182 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 191 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 60°F (15°C) 8.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 9.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 9.0 in
October 56°F (13°C) 5.3 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
December 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in

Acatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 50°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Acatepec

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz 100.3 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Acatepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca histórica y museo de Ajalpan, José Gomez Manrique0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Ajalpan0.0

Farmers Markets in Acatepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ajalpan
Erasto Pineda

Airports Near Acatepec

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Acatepec

What is the population of Acatepec?

Acatepec has a population of 3,066 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 114.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acatepec?

Acatepec has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.

How is the job market in Acatepec?

The job market in Acatepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

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