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Chila de la Sal, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Chila de la Sal is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 762. Elevation: 3,100 ft (945 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

762 Population 6/sq mi density
3,100 ft Elevation 945 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population762
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)
Population762
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)
Coordinates18.1098°, -98.4857°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (793 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chila de la Sal

Chila de la Sal is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 762. The city sits at an elevation of 3,100 feet (945 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Chila de la Sal vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chila de la Sal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,100 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)
Area138.6 sq mi (358.9 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates18.1098°N, 98.4857°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.65"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

362 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 148 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 49 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 115 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 57 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 76 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 148 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 142 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 3 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 9 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 56 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 117 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 83 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 28 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 73 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 96 km
May 21, 1991 4 km SSE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.9 133 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 61 km
Sep 16, 1995 1 km SW of Xochistlahuaca, Mexico M4.9 150 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 8 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 142 km
2024 John Category 3 160 km
2023 Otis Category 5 197 km
2021 Grace Category 3 278 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 289 km
2017 Max Category 1 163 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 190 km
2010 Karl Category 3 198 km
2007 Dean Category 2 294 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 166 km
1997 Rick Category 2 270 km
1996 Boris Category 1 298 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 145 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 148 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 103 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 120 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 128 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 135 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 164 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 168 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 173 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 174 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 5.9 in
August 76°F (25°C) 5.8 in
September 76°F (24°C) 6.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest

Chila de la Sal has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Chila de la Sal

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 de la Sal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Mixtecayotl

Farmers Markets in Chila de la Sal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Tianguis

Airports Near Chila de la Sal

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Tenango 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 Chila de la Sal

What is the population of Chila de la Sal?

Chila de la Sal has a population of 762 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 138.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chila de la Sal?

Chila de la Sal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.

How is the job market in Chila de la Sal?

The job market in Chila de la Sal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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