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El Fuerte de la Unión, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

El Fuerte de la Unión is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 2,356. Elevation: 7,680 ft (2,341 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,356 Population 21/sq mi density
7,680 ft Elevation 2,341 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
17.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,356
Density21/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation7,680 ft (2,341 m)
Population2,356
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation7,680 ft (2,341 m)
Coordinates19.4308°, -97.5606°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation17.3 inches (440 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Fuerte de la Unión

El Fuerte de la Unión is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 2,356. The city sits at an elevation of 7,680 feet (2,341 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: El Fuerte de la Unión vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Fuerte de la Unión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 17.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,680 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,680 ft (2,341 m)
Area111.0 sq mi (287.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates19.4308°N, 97.5606°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.3"
54% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

116 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M7.1 on Sep 19, 2017.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 138 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 117 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 131 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 134 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 32 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 150 km
Dec 8, 2000 21 km ESE of Santiago Chazumba, Mexico M4.3 148 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 123 km
Jun 24, 1999 4 km SSW of Totoltepec de Guerrero, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 106 km
Apr 21, 1998 central Mexico M4.1 117 km
Apr 7, 2010 9 km SSW of Axuxco, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Feb 4, 2003 Puebla region, Mexico M4.1 115 km
Apr 27, 2004 6 km SE of Santiago Chazumba, Mexico M4.1 143 km
May 6, 2013 12 km NW of San Pedro Benito Juárez, Mexico M4.1 121 km
Jan 6, 2015 2 km SSE of San Julián, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 103 km
Mar 4, 2000 3 km NE of Tulcingo, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 45 km
Aug 11, 2000 Gulf of America M4.1 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 120 km
2017 Katia Category 2 139 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 119 km
2010 Karl Category 3 99 km
2007 Dean Category 2 122 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 128 km
2005 Stan Category 1 295 km
2000 Keith Category 1 249 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 240 km
1993 Gert Category 2 197 km
1990 Diana Category 2 164 km
1988 Debby Category 1 144 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Serdan-Oriental (20 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 20 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 30 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 35 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 44 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 44 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 54 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 89 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 117 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 120 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 120 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 169 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in
February 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
May 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
July 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

El Fuerte de la Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 52°F in December to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Fuerte de la Unión

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA INVASORA 88.9 (Perote) - 88.9 FM - XHBE-FM - Molina Comunicaciones - Perote, Veracruz 88.9 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
La K-Pitana MP3
99.7 LA INVASORA (US) banda, corridos MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in El Fuerte de la Unión

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in El Fuerte de la Unión

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Nuevo

Airports Near El Fuerte de la Unión

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
La Pajarera AirportSmall Airport
Loma Roja AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana Maloapan AirportSmall Airport
Tlaxcala AirstripSmall Airport

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 El Fuerte de la Unión

What is the population of El Fuerte de la Unión?

El Fuerte de la Unión has a population of 2,356 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 111.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Fuerte de la Unión?

El Fuerte de la Unión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches.

How is the job market in El Fuerte de la Unión?

El Fuerte de la Unión has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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