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Jolalpan, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Jolalpan is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 7,022. Elevation: 2,897 ft (883 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

7,022 Population 29/sq mi density
2,897 ft Elevation 883 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Jolalpan

Jolalpan

Jolalpan is a municipality in the Mexican state of Puebla.

People

Population7,022
Density29/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Population7,022
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Coordinates18.3250°, -98.8449°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jolalpan

Jolalpan is a small city in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 7,022. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet (883 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 225 business establishments.

Income: Jolalpan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)225

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jolalpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Area241.4 sq mi (625.1 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates18.3250°N, 98.8449°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

356 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 45 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 149 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 12 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 42 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 150 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 47 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 48 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 88 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 121 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 69 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 92 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 55 km
May 20, 2014 20 km WSW of Apaxtla de Castrejón, Mexico M4.9 136 km
May 21, 1991 4 km SSE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.9 137 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 96 km
Mar 18, 2000 1 km SE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.8 134 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 39 km
Jun 22, 2017 4 km ENE of Tlacotepec, Mexico M4.7 130 km
May 26, 2005 7 km ESE of Cocula, Mexico M4.7 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 145 km
2024 John Category 3 152 km
2023 Otis Category 5 169 km
2021 Grace Category 3 270 km
2017 Max Category 1 181 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 291 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 226 km
2010 Karl Category 3 225 km
2007 Dean Category 2 291 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 173 km
1997 Rick Category 1 300 km
1996 Boris Category 1 275 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 159 km
1984 Odile Category 2 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (81 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 81 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 89 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 97 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 110 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 130 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 179 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 184 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 190 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 7.4 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in
August 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Jolalpan has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Jolalpan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
LA COMADRE 101.7 (Cuautla) - 101.7 FM - XHCUT-FM - Grupo Diario de Morelos - Cuautla, Morelos 101.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Jolalpan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Atencingo

Stadiums & Teams in Jolalpan

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Airports Near Jolalpan

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Jolalpan

What is the population of Jolalpan?

Jolalpan has a population of 7,022 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 241.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jolalpan?

Jolalpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in Jolalpan?

The job market in Jolalpan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 225 business establishments in the area.

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