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Chichiltepec, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Chichiltepec is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 651. Elevation: 6,995 ft (2,132 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

651 Population 6/sq mi density
6,995 ft Elevation 2,132 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
10.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population651
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain10.8 in/yr
Sunny Days353/yr
Elevation6,995 ft (2,132 m)
Population651
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,995 ft (2,132 m)
Coordinates18.2397°, -97.0906°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation10.8 inches (275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chichiltepec

Chichiltepec is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 651. The city sits at an elevation of 6,995 feet (2,132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Chichiltepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chichiltepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 353 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 10.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,995 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days353 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,995 ft (2,132 m)
Area114.7 sq mi (297.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates18.2397°N, 97.0906°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.8"
72% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.50"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

177 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 40 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 125 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 23 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 145 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 107 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 98 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 120 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 119 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 90 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 89 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 134 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 114 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 139 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 45 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 125 km
Aug 1, 2024 9 km W of Xagacía, Mexico M4.6 145 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 48 km
Feb 12, 2012 5 km WSW of Ayotzintepec, Mexico M4.6 118 km
Jul 14, 2010 20 km E of Santa María Camotlán, Mexico M4.6 60 km
Oct 11, 2017 8 km SSE of San Andrés Chicahuaxtla, Mexico M4.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 247 km
2024 John Category 3 265 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 270 km
2021 Grace Category 3 259 km
2017 Max Category 1 257 km
2017 Katia Category 1 263 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 202 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 212 km
2010 Karl Category 3 80 km
2007 Dean Category 2 252 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 251 km
2005 Stan Category 1 235 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 242 km
1997 Rick Category 1 260 km
1990 Diana Category 2 296 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 251 km
1988 Debby Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 90 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 103 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 121 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 122 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 139 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 163 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 165 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 183 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
February 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in
July 74°F (24°C) 8.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 8.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 8.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
December 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in Coldest

Chichiltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 60°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and March the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Chichiltepec

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Telesecundaria Elena Garro
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Libraries in Chichiltepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca histórica y museo de Ajalpan, José Gomez Manrique0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Ajalpan0.0

Farmers Markets in Chichiltepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ajalpan
Erasto Pineda

Airports Near Chichiltepec

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Chichiltepec

What is the population of Chichiltepec?

Chichiltepec has a population of 651 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 114.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chichiltepec?

Chichiltepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.

How is the job market in Chichiltepec?

Chichiltepec has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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