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Chicontepec, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Chicontepec is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 4,519. Elevation: 1,739 ft (530 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,519 Population 11/sq mi density
1,739 ft Elevation 530 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Chicontepec

Chicontepec is a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the north of the State of Veracruz. It has a surface area of 978 square kilometres (378 sq mi). It is located at 20°58′N 98°10′W.

People

Population4,519
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Population4,519
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Coordinates20.9721°, -98.1724°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (992 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chicontepec

Chicontepec is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 4,519. The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet (530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 145 business establishments.

Income: Chicontepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)145

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chicontepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 39.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,739 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area426.7 sq mi (1,105.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates20.9721°N, 98.1724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 140 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 144 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 123 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 107 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 129 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 104 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 89 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 103 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 132 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 130 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 112 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 148 km
Jun 27, 2003 3 km S of Huitel, Mexico M3.6 149 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 114 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 72 km
2017 Katia Category 2 119 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 196 km
2010 Karl Category 3 270 km
2007 Dean Category 2 105 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 123 km
2000 Keith Category 1 152 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 85 km
1993 Gert Category 2 19 km
1990 Diana Category 2 81 km
1988 Debby Category 1 96 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 162 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 193 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
February 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 11.9 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 13.8 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in Coldest

Chicontepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 65°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 75.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (2.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Chicontepec

Institution Type Founded Website
COBAEV College
Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Veracruz University
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional University

Schools in Chicontepec

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Leopoldo Kiel
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Radio Stations near Chicontepec

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Chicontepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Yahualica

Libraries in Chicontepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibioteca José P Cabrera Licona0.0
Diego Isidro0.0
Ing. Luis Flores Pérez0.0

Farmers Markets in Chicontepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Huejutla
Tianguis

Banks in Chicontepec

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bancomer

Airports Near Chicontepec

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Isla del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Chicontepec

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chicontepec

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Santa Catarina

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 Chicontepec

What is the population of Chicontepec?

Chicontepec has a population of 4,519 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 426.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chicontepec?

Chicontepec 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 83°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.

How is the job market in Chicontepec?

The job market in Chicontepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 145 business establishments in the area.

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