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Chila, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Chila is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,954. Elevation: 5,361 ft (1,634 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,954 Population 142/sq mi density
5,361 ft Elevation 1,634 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,954
Density142/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Population1,954
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Coordinates17.9696°, -97.8607°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chila

Chila is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,954. The city sits at an elevation of 5,361 feet (1,634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Chila vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chila enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,361 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Area13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates17.9696°N, 97.8607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.59"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 93 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 65 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 122 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 84 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 65 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 69 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 44 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 43 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 74 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 132 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 107 km
Jun 25, 2015 1 km ENE of Zocoteaca de León, Mexico M5.0 148 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 138 km
Sep 16, 1995 1 km SW of Xochistlahuaca, Mexico M4.9 138 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 35 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 75 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 39 km
Nov 14, 2012 6 km NNW of Santa María Ipalapa, Mexico M4.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 171 km
2024 John Category 3 188 km
2023 Otis Category 5 250 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 278 km
2021 Grace Category 3 282 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 262 km
2017 Max Category 1 179 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 164 km
2010 Karl Category 3 152 km
2007 Dean Category 2 288 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 293 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 181 km
1997 Rick Category 2 241 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 170 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 133 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 142 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 145 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 150 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 158 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 164 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 173 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 182 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 185 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
February 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Chila has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 66°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Chila

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Chila

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mureh

Libraries in Chila

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa María0.0
Biblioteca UTM0.0

Farmers Markets in Chila

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Cuautémoc
Mercado Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada
Mercado Zaragoza

Breweries in Chila

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heineken México

Airports Near Chila

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Chila

What is the population of Chila?

Chila has a population of 1,954 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chila?

Chila enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

How is the job market in Chila?

The unemployment rate in Chila is 7.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 63 business establishments in the area.

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