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Jacala, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Jacala is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 4,415. Elevation: 4,462 ft (1,360 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,415 Population 19/sq mi density
4,462 ft Elevation 1,360 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population4,415
Density19/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation4,462 ft (1,360 m)
Population4,415
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation4,462 ft (1,360 m)
Coordinates21.0095°, -99.1913°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jacala

Jacala is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 4,415. The city sits at an elevation of 4,462 feet (1,360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 141 business establishments.

Income: Jacala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)141

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jacala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,462 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,462 ft (1,360 m)
Area233.8 sq mi (605.6 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates21.0095°N, 99.1913°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 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 93 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 47 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 29 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 104 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 69 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 14 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 59 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 75 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 148 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 57 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 76 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 53 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 64 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 55 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 27 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 79 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 58 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 10 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 165 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 292 km
2017 Katia Category 1 222 km
2007 Dean Category 2 205 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 225 km
2000 Keith Category 1 222 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 168 km
1993 Gert Category 2 93 km
1990 Diana Category 2 186 km
1988 Debby Category 1 200 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (196 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
February 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
May 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in Wettest
October 69°F (21°C) 3.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Jacala has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in December to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Jacala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario Crónica y Arte Agropecuario de la Sierra Gorda
Museo Comunitario Lucio Balderas Márquez

Hotels in Jacala

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jacala Inn
Marely
Rancho Viejo
Sierra Grande

Airports Near Jacala

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jacala

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia del Calvario
San Antonio de Padua

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 Jacala

What is the population of Jacala?

Jacala has a population of 4,415 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 233.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jacala?

Jacala 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 74°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.

How is the job market in Jacala?

The job market in Jacala is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 141 business establishments in the area.

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