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África, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

África is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 643. Elevation: 2,595 ft (791 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

643 Population 17/sq mi density
2,595 ft Elevation 791 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population643
Density17/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation2,595 ft (791 m)
Population643
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation2,595 ft (791 m)
Coordinates20.1387°, -97.7679°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About África

África is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 643. The city sits at an elevation of 2,595 feet (791 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: África vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

África enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,595 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,595 ft (791 m)
Area37.0 sq mi (95.9 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates20.1387°N, 97.7679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 63 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 109 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 118 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Mar 21, 1998 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Apr 21, 1998 central Mexico M4.1 149 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 125 km
Sep 22, 1998 3 km WNW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Sep 21, 1998 1 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 97 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Nov 3, 2002 8 km SW of José María Morelos, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Apr 27, 1998 4 km SW of San Nicolás de los Ranchos, Mexico M4.0 145 km
Sep 23, 1998 1 km NW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M3.9 141 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 120 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 83 km
Mar 22, 1999 0 km E of Xalitzintla, Mexico M3.8 141 km
Sep 5, 2002 1 km NNW of Juárez Coronaco, Mexico M3.8 117 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 149 km
Feb 22, 2003 1 km S of San Lucas Atzala, Mexico M3.8 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 41 km
2017 Katia Category 2 87 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 123 km
2010 Karl Category 3 171 km
2007 Dean Category 2 63 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 80 km
2000 Keith Category 1 194 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 163 km
1993 Gert Category 2 120 km
1990 Diana Category 2 93 km
1988 Debby Category 1 79 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 61 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 97 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 102 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 105 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 119 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 122 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 134 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 134 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 141 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 153 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
April 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 11.8 in
July 58°F (15°C) 12.9 in
August 72°F (22°C) 12.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 17.1 in Wettest
October 69°F (20°C) 9.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in

África has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.1") and February the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near África

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 100.9 (Poza Rica) - 100.9 FM - XHEJD-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 100.9 fm, américa MP3
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
ARROBA FM 89.3 (Poza Rica) - 89.3 FM - XHRRR-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 89.3 fm, @fm MP3
Globo 102.7 (Poza Rica) - 102.7 FM - XHPR-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 102.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (Poza Rica) - 105.9 FM - XHCOV-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 105.9 fm, 1970s MP3
LA MEGA 106.1 (Agua Dulce) - 106.1 FM - XHSCID-FM - Comunicación Hidromila - Agua Dulce, Veracruz 106.1 fm, agua dulce MP3
EXA FM 101.9 (Poza Rica) - 101.9 FM - XHRIC-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 101.9 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
99.7 LA INVASORA (US) banda, corridos MP3 128 kbps
RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla 570 am, 92.7 fm AAC 64 kbps

Museums in África

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de la Relojeria
Museo de sitio de Cuetzalan

Libraries in África

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa Elena0.0

Farmers Markets in África

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaza Centenario

Airports Near África

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana Maloapan 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 África

What is the population of África?

África has a population of 643 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 37.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in África?

África enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in África?

The job market in África is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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