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Galeras, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Galeras is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 632. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

632 Population 1/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
58.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population632
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population632
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates18.2437°, -95.4267°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation58.0 inches (1,472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Galeras

Galeras is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 632. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Galeras vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Galeras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area498.3 sq mi (1,290.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.2437°N, 95.4267°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.0"
53% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.10"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

771 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 14, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 67 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 51 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 119 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 63 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 130 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 62 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 5 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 75 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 133 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 119 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 119 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 146 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 56 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 85 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 127 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 55 km
Jan 25, 2017 9 km E of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M5.0 107 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 280 km
2021 Grace Category 3 273 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 222 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 279 km
2010 Karl Category 3 142 km
2007 Dean Category 2 241 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 258 km
2005 Stan Category 1 68 km
1997 Rick Category 1 268 km
1990 Diana Category 2 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (44 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 44 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 7.9 in
November 76°F (25°C) 4.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.7 in

Galeras has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.1") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Galeras

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Galeras

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura "Fernando Bustamante"
Museo Regional
Museo Regional Tuxtleco
Museo Tres Zapotes

Libraries in Galeras

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Galeras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Plaza Juárez

Airports Near Galeras

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos AirportSmall 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 Galeras

What is the population of Galeras?

Galeras has a population of 632 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 498.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Galeras?

Galeras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.

How is the job market in Galeras?

The job market in Galeras is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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