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Atempan, Mexico
Puebla · Mexico
Atempan is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 6,457. Elevation: 6,430 ft (1,960 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Atempan
Atempan is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Puebla.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 6,457 |
| Population Density | 286 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,430 ft (1,960 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8395°, -97.4586° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Puebla |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.1 inches (2,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atempan
Atempan is a small city in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 6,457. The city sits at an elevation of 6,430 feet (1,960 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Atempan vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 207 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,430 ft (1,960 m) |
| Area | 22.6 sq mi (58.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 286/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8395°N, 97.4586°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 18 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 50 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 63 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 77 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 79 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 92 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 152 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in |
Atempan has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and March the driest (2.0").
Schools in Atempan
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Ardillas | — | — | — | — |
| Bachillerato General Oficial "Manuel Bartlett Bautista" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Atempan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA INVASORA 88.9 (Perote) - 88.9 FM - XHBE-FM - Molina Comunicaciones - Perote, Veracruz | 88.9 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 99.7 LA INVASORA (US) | banda, corridos | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Atempan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Comunitario | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Cuetzalan | ||||
| Museo Xolapancalli |
Farmers Markets in Atempan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado de Tlapacoyan | |||||
| Mercado Filomeno Mata | |||||
| Mercado Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Luis Donaldo Colosio | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal "Guadalupe de los Pinos" | |||||
| Mercado Victoria |
Restaurants in Atempan
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Atempan
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Atempan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Botanero La Cabañita | ||||
| Proveedora de cerveza teziuteca |
Stadiums & Teams in Atempan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Atempan
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Lencero Airport | JAL | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerolandia | — | Small Airport |
| El Cristo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| La Pajarera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Roja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pipos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poza Rica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana Maloapan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Atempan?
Atempan has a population of 6,457 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 286 people per square mile, spread across 22.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atempan?
Atempan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches.
How is the job market in Atempan?
The job market in Atempan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 207 business establishments in the area.