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Colatlán, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Colatlán is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,545. Elevation: 1,168 ft (356 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,545 Population 4/sq mi density
1,168 ft Elevation 356 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,545
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Population1,545
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Coordinates20.8170°, -98.1003°
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 Colatlán

Colatlán is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,545. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet (356 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 49 business establishments.

Income: Colatlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colatlán 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 1,168 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

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Area426.7 sq mi (1,105.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates20.8170°N, 98.1003°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.83"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 145 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 135 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 140 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 138 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 122 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 102 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 98 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 122 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 129 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 128 km
Jun 27, 2003 3 km S of Huitel, Mexico M3.6 145 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 132 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 117 km
May 15, 2000 9 km NW of Caltimacan, Mexico M3.5 141 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 55 km
2017 Katia Category 2 107 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 181 km
2010 Karl Category 3 253 km
2007 Dean Category 2 90 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 110 km
2000 Keith Category 1 158 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 96 km
1993 Gert Category 2 38 km
1990 Diana Category 2 73 km
1988 Debby Category 1 84 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (144 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 144 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 178 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 179 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 184 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 188 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 190 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 2.0 in
February 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.9 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in
June 78°F (26°C) 11.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 12.1 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 10.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 12.8 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
December 65°F (19°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest

Colatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 65°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.8") and December the driest (1.9").

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Libraries in Colatlán

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

Farmers Markets in Colatlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tianguis

Airports Near Colatlán

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Isla del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Colatlán

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

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 Colatlán

What is the population of Colatlán?

Colatlán has a population of 1,545 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 426.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colatlán?

Colatlán 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 Colatlán?

The job market in Colatlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

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