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El Volador, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

El Volador is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 2,343. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,343 Population 57/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
54.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,343
Density57/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population2,343
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates20.6429°, -97.2489°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation54.2 inches (1,377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Volador

El Volador is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 2,343. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: El Volador vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Volador has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area41.0 sq mi (106.1 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates20.6429°N, 97.2489°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.2"
43% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.39"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 108 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 73 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 117 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 150 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 142 km
Dec 22, 1998 5 km WSW of Almoloya, Mexico M3.5 142 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 7 km
2017 Katia Category 2 16 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 98 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 258 km
2010 Karl Category 3 183 km
2007 Dean Category 2 17 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 22 km
2000 Keith Category 1 117 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 102 km
1993 Gert Category 2 67 km
1990 Diana Category 2 33 km
1988 Debby Category 1 8 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 109 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 120 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 128 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 146 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 154 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 166 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in

El Volador has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 67°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.4") and March the driest (1.8").

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Schools in El Volador

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Indigena Narciso Mendoza
Primaria General Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos
Telesecundaria Mariano Matamoros
Primaria General Emiliano Zapata
Primaria Indigena Niños Heroes
Escuela Primaria Estatal Alvaro Obregon
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Radio Stations near El Volador

6 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

Museums in El Volador

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Marino Tecolutla
Teodoro Cano
Zona Arqueológica "El Tajín"

Libraries in El Volador

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Adolfo Rendon Rendon0.0
Biblioteca Juarez0.0
Fundadores0.0

Farmers Markets in El Volador

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juárez
Mercado 5 de Mayo
Mercado de la 27
Mercado Los Portales
Mercado Manuel Ávila Camacho
Mercado Manuel Ávila Camacho
Mercado Municipal "Miguel Hidalgo"
Mercado Poza Rica
Mercado Poza Rica

Airports Near El Volador

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
La Pajarera AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana Maloapan AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Volador

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Católica "La Asunción"

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 Volador

What is the population of El Volador?

El Volador has a population of 2,343 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 41.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Volador?

El Volador has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Volador?

The job market in El Volador is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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