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Isla, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Isla is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 26,287. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

26,287 Population 53/sq mi density
220 ft Elevation 67 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
59.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Isla

Isla

Isla is a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the south zone of the state, about 370 km from the state capital Xalapa. It has a surface of 714.80 km2. It is located at 18°02′N 95°32′W.

People

Population26,287
Density53/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Population26,287
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates18.0278°, -95.5295°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation59.4 inches (1,509 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Isla

Isla is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 26,287. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 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 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 841 business establishments.

Income: Isla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)841

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Isla

Isla has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1810 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 70°F 13.6° / 31.4° 58.3
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 13.4° / 34° 23.4
Mar 26°C / 79°F 16° / 40.8° 16.6
Apr 30°C / 86°F 19.5° / 43.5° 24.7
May 31.8°C / 89°F 23° / 44.2° 71.2
Jun 29°C / 84°F 22.7° / 40.6° 275.2
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 23° / 33.9° 275.4
Aug 27°C / 81°F 23° / 33.2° 288.3
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 21.9° / 32.9° 298.9
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 18.2° / 32.5° 286.2
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 16.2° / 30.8° 130.6
Dec 21.6°C / 71°F 13.9° / 31° 61.7
Isla 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 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area498.3 sq mi (1,290.7 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates18.0278°N, 95.5295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.94"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

948 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 41 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 59 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 98 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 44 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 128 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 112 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 56 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 98 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 23 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 118 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 115 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 129 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 110 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 116 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 32 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 140 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 119 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 59 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 254 km
2021 Grace Category 3 299 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 241 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 267 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 285 km
2010 Karl Category 3 158 km
2007 Dean Category 2 267 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 279 km
2005 Stan Category 1 92 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 297 km
1997 Rick Category 1 242 km
1990 Diana Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (70 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 70 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 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
May 85°F (30°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 8.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
November 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in

Isla has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Isla

Institution Type Founded Website
TEBAEV College - ,

Radio Stations near Isla

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

Farmers Markets in Isla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal "Miguel Alemán"

Bus Stations in Isla

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terminal ADO AU TRV

Gas Stations in Isla

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MX #1368354071
MX #1912946259
MX #1912946268

Airports Near Isla

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro Bravo-Small Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita-Small Airport
El Ahijadero Airport-Small Airport
El Amate Airport-Small Airport
El Cubilete Airport-Small Airport
El Zopilote Airport-Small Airport
General Miguel Alemán Airport-Small Airport
Jalisquillo Airport-Small Airport
La Esmeralda Airstrip-Small Airport
Las Macayas Airport-Small Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional Airport-Small Airport
Moralar Airstrip-Small Airport
Pista Macuiles-Small Airport
San Jose Independencia Airstrip-Small Airport
Tres Encinos Airport-Small 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 Isla

What is the population of Isla?

Isla has a population of 26,287 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 498.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Isla?

Isla 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 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches.

How is the job market in Isla?

The job market in Isla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 841 business establishments in the area.

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