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Cuxpala, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

Cuxpala is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 579. Elevation: 4,347 ft (1,325 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

579 Population 4/sq mi density
4,347 ft Elevation 1,325 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population579
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Population579
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Coordinates21.2891°, -103.2265°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cuxpala

Cuxpala is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 579. The city sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet (1,325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Cuxpala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cuxpala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 30.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,347 ft (1,325 m)
Area141.0 sq mi (365.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates21.2891°N, 103.2265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.8"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.54"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 9, 2020.

Mar 5, 1998 12 km ESE of Guachinango, Mexico M4.6 138 km
May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 66 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 118 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 123 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Jun 17, 2004 1 km NE of Acatlán de Juárez, Mexico M3.9 102 km
Jul 6, 2004 4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico M3.8 106 km
Mar 9, 2020 1 km NW of Guadalajara, Mexico M3.3 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 157 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 250 km
2021 Nora Category 1 238 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 275 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 150 km
2011 Jova Category 2 227 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 214 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 299 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 265 km
1992 Winifred Category 2 254 km
1987 Eugene Category 2 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 134 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 5.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 7.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Cuxpala has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 61°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and April the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Cuxpala

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CAXCÁN FM 95.1 (Jalpa) - 95.1 FM - XHJRS-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Jalpa, Zacatecas 95.1 fm, américa AAC+ 80 kbps

Museums in Cuxpala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario

Libraries in Cuxpala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca CBTa 2860.0
Biblioteca Pública "María Lujano Sandoval"0.0
CID UPSZ0.0

Farmers Markets in Cuxpala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 27 de septiembre

Airports Near Cuxpala

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo GuayaberosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ramón López VelardeSmall Airport
Apozolco AirportSmall Airport
Chimaltitán AirstripSmall Airport
Insurgente Marcos Escobedo AirportSmall Airport
La Ciruelilla AirstripSmall Airport
Los Gonzalez AirportSmall Airport
Pacana AirportSmall Airport
Popota AirstripSmall Airport
San Martin De Bolaños AirportSmall Airport
San Martín de Bolaños AirstripSmall Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Vientos de la Vega AirportSmall Airport
Zapopan Air Force BaseSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Cuxpala

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Teocalli
Teocalli 2

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 Cuxpala

What is the population of Cuxpala?

Cuxpala has a population of 579 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 141.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cuxpala?

Cuxpala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.

How is the job market in Cuxpala?

The job market in Cuxpala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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