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Caristay, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Caristay is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,610. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,610 Population 39/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
59.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,610
Density39/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain59.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Population1,610
Population Density39 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates20.6452°, -97.3060°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation59.9 inches (1,522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Caristay

Caristay is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,610. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Caristay vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Caristay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 59.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area41.0 sq mi (106.1 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates20.6452°N, 97.3060°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.9"
58% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.39"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 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 M4.7 108 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 78 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 120 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 141 km
Dec 22, 1998 5 km WSW of Almoloya, Mexico M3.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 12 km
2017 Katia Category 2 22 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 103 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 262 km
2010 Karl Category 3 187 km
2007 Dean Category 2 16 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 27 km
2000 Keith Category 1 120 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 104 km
1993 Gert Category 2 65 km
1990 Diana Category 2 30 km
1988 Debby Category 1 6 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 108 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 123 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 129 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 146 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 154 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 166 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
February 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in Coldest

Caristay has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 67°F in December to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.4") and March the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Caristay

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Indigena Donato Marquez Azuara
Telesecundaria Ignacio Zaragoza
Primaria General Ignacio Manuel Altamirano
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Radio Stations near Caristay

6 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
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

Museums in Caristay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Teodoro Cano
Zona Arqueológica "El Tajín"

Libraries in Caristay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Adolfo Rendon Rendon0.0
Biblioteca Juarez0.0
Fundadores0.0

Farmers Markets in Caristay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juárez
Mercado 5 de Mayo
Mercado de la 27
Mercado Los Portales
Mercado Manuel Ávila Camacho
Mercado Manuel Ávila Camacho
Mercado Municipal "Miguel Hidalgo"
Mercado Municipal Revolución
Mercado Poza Rica
Mercado Poza Rica

Airports Near Caristay

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
La Pajarera AirportSmall 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 Caristay

What is the population of Caristay?

Caristay has a population of 1,610 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 41.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Caristay?

Caristay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches.

How is the job market in Caristay?

The job market in Caristay is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

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