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Ixtlahuaca, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Ixtlahuaca is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,222. Elevation: 4,678 ft (1,426 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,222 Population 6/sq mi density
4,678 ft Elevation 1,426 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Ixtlahuaca

Ixtlahuaca de Rayón is the municipal seat and 5th largest city in the municipality of Ixtlahuaca north of Toluca in the northwest part of the State of Mexico, in Mexico. The distance between Mexico City and Ixtlahuaca is 32 km. The name Ixthahuaca comes from Náhuatl and means plains without trees. The city and municipality were officially established by decree on November 14, 1816 by the Congress of the State of Mexico.

People

Population1,222
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,678 ft (1,426 m)
Population1,222
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,678 ft (1,426 m)
Coordinates20.8837°, -98.7038°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ixtlahuaca

Ixtlahuaca is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,222. The city sits at an elevation of 4,678 feet (1,426 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 39 business establishments.

Income: Ixtlahuaca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ixtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,678 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,678 ft (1,426 m)
Area192.0 sq mi (497.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates20.8837°N, 98.7038°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 130 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 94 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 107 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 107 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 56 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 119 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 80 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 85 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 60 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 122 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 85 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 108 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 89 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 63 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 45 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 104 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 113 km
2017 Katia Category 2 170 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 240 km
2010 Karl Category 3 297 km
2007 Dean Category 2 152 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 172 km
2000 Keith Category 1 199 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 131 km
1993 Gert Category 2 48 km
1990 Diana Category 2 136 km
1988 Debby Category 1 147 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (175 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 175 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 187 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 1.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 8.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
August 73°F (23°C) 7.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 10.2 in Wettest
October 69°F (20°C) 5.9 in
November 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Ixtlahuaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Ixtlahuaca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Domitilio Austria
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Radio Stations near Ixtlahuaca

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Ixtlahuaca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán

Libraries in Ixtlahuaca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Ixtlahuaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Ixtlahuaca

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Ixtlahuaca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ixtlahuaca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Juan Evangelista

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 Ixtlahuaca

What is the population of Ixtlahuaca?

Ixtlahuaca has a population of 1,222 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 192.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ixtlahuaca?

Ixtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Ixtlahuaca?

The job market in Ixtlahuaca is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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