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El Arenal, Mexico
Veracruz · Mexico
El Arenal is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,091. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,091 |
| Population Density | 102 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2519°, -97.5154° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Veracruz |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.9 inches (1,522 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Arenal
El Arenal is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,091. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Arenal vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 35 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (27.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2519°N, 97.5154°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 64 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 93 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 103 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 125 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 138 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
El Arenal has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 67°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.8") and February the driest (2.2").
Radio Stations near El Arenal
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIDA ROMÁNTICA 100.9 (Poza Rica) - 100.9 FM - XHEJD-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz | 100.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| ARROBA FM 89.3 (Poza Rica) - 89.3 FM - XHRRR-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz | 89.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Globo 102.7 (Poza Rica) - 102.7 FM - XHPR-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz | 102.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (Poza Rica) - 105.9 FM - XHCOV-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz | 105.9 fm, 1970s | MP3 | |
| LA MEGA 106.1 (Agua Dulce) - 106.1 FM - XHSCID-FM - Comunicación Hidromila - Agua Dulce, Veracruz | 106.1 fm, agua dulce | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 101.9 (Poza Rica) - 101.9 FM - XHRIC-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz | 101.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 99.7 LA INVASORA (US) | banda, corridos | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla | 570 am, 92.7 fm | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in El Arenal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de sitio de Cuetzalan | ||||
| Teodoro Cano | ||||
| Zona Arqueológica "El Tajín" |
Farmers Markets in El Arenal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Municipal "Miguel Hidalgo" |
Airports Near El Arenal
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Tajín National Airport | PAZ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerolandia | — | Small Airport |
| El Cristo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Fausto Vega Santander Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Pajarera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pipos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poza Rica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana Maloapan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Arenal?
El Arenal has a population of 1,091 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Arenal?
El Arenal 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 81°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Arenal?
The job market in El Arenal is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.