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El Capulín, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
El Capulín is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,550. Elevation: 7,789 ft (2,374 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,550 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,789 ft (2,374 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0090°, -98.2761° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (822 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Capulín
El Capulín is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,550. The city sits at an elevation of 7,789 feet (2,374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Capulín vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Capulín
El Capulín has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.7°C), the coldest is Jan (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 483 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,789 ft (2,374 m) |
| Area | 169.4 sq mi (438.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0090°N, 98.2761°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 94 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 116 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 131 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 137 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 142 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 152 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 164 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
El Capulín has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 50°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (0.5").
Schools in El Capulín
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Cuauhtémoc | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near El Capulín
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Romantico Radio | - | AAC 96 kbps | |
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla | 570 am, 92.7 fm | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in El Capulín
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo de atuendos indígenas de la región | ||||
| Museo de Datos Históricos | ||||
| Museo de Zazacuala | ||||
| Museo del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo Etnologico Huasteco |
Libraries in El Capulín
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benito Juárez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Comunitaria San Dionisio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| José Vasconcelos | 0.0 | |||||
| Octavio Paz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Capulín
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Chignahupan | |||||
| Mercado Guadalupe | |||||
| Mercado histórico Guillermo Rossel | |||||
| Mercado Honey | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Gilberto Gómez Carbajal |
Stadiums & Teams in El Capulín
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Capulín
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerolandia | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | - | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Capulín
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Neuróticos Anónimos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Capulín
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Ermita | |
| San Isidro Labrador |
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What is the population of El Capulín?
El Capulín has a population of 1,550 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 169.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Capulín?
El Capulín has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.
How is the job market in El Capulín?
The job market in El Capulín is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.