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Barra de Palmas, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Barra de Palmas is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 558. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

558 Population 5/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
69.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population558
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population558
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates20.1610°, -96.7277°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation69.0 inches (1,752 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barra de Palmas

Barra de Palmas is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 558. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Barra de Palmas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Barra de Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area119.7 sq mi (310.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates20.1610°N, 96.7277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.0"
82% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.64"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 4, 2021.

Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 137 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 89 km
Feb 14, 2012 11 km NNE of Veracruz, Mexico M4.4 119 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 115 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 5 km
May 17, 2012 3 km NNE of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Aug 11, 2000 Gulf of America M4.1 76 km
Apr 19, 2001 21 km NNE of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.1 134 km
Jan 6, 2015 2 km SSE of San Julián, Mexico M4.1 114 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 79 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 45 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 116 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Apr 15, 2006 3 km SSW of Cabezas, Mexico M3.9 97 km
Jun 30, 2002 7 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M3.9 116 km
Nov 10, 2000 5 km NE of El Porvenir, Mexico M3.9 135 km
Oct 14, 2003 1 km SE of Soledad de Doblado, Mexico M3.8 129 km
Apr 15, 1997 Gulf of America M3.8 118 km
Jul 9, 2001 2 km SW of San Julián, Mexico M3.7 113 km
Feb 12, 2007 11 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M3.7 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 54 km
2017 Katia Category 2 62 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 22 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 259 km
2010 Karl Category 3 111 km
2007 Dean Category 2 40 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 38 km
2005 Stan Category 1 259 km
2000 Keith Category 1 133 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 150 km
1993 Gert Category 2 130 km
1990 Diana Category 2 83 km
1988 Debby Category 1 72 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Naolinco Volcanic Field (55 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 55 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 87 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 93 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 107 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 126 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 126 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
September 80°F (26°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 8.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in

Barra de Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 67°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Barra de Palmas

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Adolfo López Mateos
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Farmers Markets in Barra de Palmas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Guadalupe Victoria
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de San Rafael

Hotels in Barra de Palmas

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Istirincha
Hotel Istrinchá

Breweries in Barra de Palmas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Happy Beer los Madrigales

Airports Near Barra de Palmas

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Lencero AirportJALMedium Airport
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
La Pajarera AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana Maloapan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barra de Palmas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de Raudal de las Flores

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 Barra de Palmas

What is the population of Barra de Palmas?

Barra de Palmas has a population of 558 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 119.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barra de Palmas?

Barra de Palmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.

How is the job market in Barra de Palmas?

The job market in Barra de Palmas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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