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El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota), Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,073. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,073 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2297°, -96.2781° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.5 inches (2,146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,073. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 366.9 sq mi (950.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2297°N, 96.2781°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 120 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 137 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 146 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 168 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 168 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 14.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 18.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 16.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 15.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in |
El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.6") and March the driest (1.3").
Museums in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Sotavento / Casa de Cultura "Narcisa Lopez Quintero" |
Libraries in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librería Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "20 de Junio" | |||||
| Mercado "20 de Noviembre" | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Díaz Mori | |||||
| Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón |
Breweries in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Tuxtepec |
Stadiums & Teams in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | — | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Amate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Zopilote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)?
El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) has a population of 1,073 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 366.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)?
El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.
How is the job market in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota)?
The job market in El Capulín (La Nueva Pochota) is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.