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Cerro de la Palma, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Cerro de la Palma is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 714. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

714 Population 2/sq mi density
551 ft Elevation 168 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population714
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Population714
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates18.1642°, -94.8358°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,243 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cerro de la Palma

Cerro de la Palma is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 714. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Cerro de la Palma vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cerro de la Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Area292.2 sq mi (756.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.1642°N, 94.8358°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.89"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

993 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 119 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 113 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 40 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 119 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 147 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 111 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 44 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 60 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 119 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 84 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 121 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 135 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 146 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 70 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 84 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 115 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 271 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 231 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 240 km
2010 Karl Category 3 171 km
2007 Dean Category 2 233 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 287 km
2005 Stan Category 1 49 km
1997 Rick Category 1 281 km
1990 Diana Category 1 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 59 km
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.9 in
July 80°F (26°C) 11.2 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 7.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in Coldest

Cerro de la Palma has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and April the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Cerro de la Palma

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
ISTMO 94.9 (Acayucan) - 94.9 FM - XHPTEA-FM - ACayucan, Veracruz 94.9 fm, acayucan AAC+ 80 kbps
LA KEBUENA 93.9 (Acayucan) - 93.9 FM - XHEVZ-FM - Acayucan, Veracruz 93.9 fm, acayucan MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3
RADIO SENSACIONAL DIGITAL 93.9 (Allende) - 93.9 FM - XHVD-FM - Allende, Coahuila MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Cerro de la Palma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Cuauhtémoc0.0
Biblioteca y Plaza Comunitaria0.0

Farmers Markets in Cerro de la Palma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado "Vicente Obregón"
Mercado Adolfo López Mateos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Cosoleacaque
Mercado Publico Municipal Miguel Aleman Valdez
Tianguis Tomito
Tianguis Tomito

Airports Near Cerro de la Palma

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International AirportMTTMedium Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Robalo AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall 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 Cerro de la Palma

What is the population of Cerro de la Palma?

Cerro de la Palma has a population of 714 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 292.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cerro de la Palma?

Cerro de la Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

How is the job market in Cerro de la Palma?

The job market in Cerro de la Palma is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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