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La Pahua, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

La Pahua is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,222. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1,222 Population 8/sq mi density
509 ft Elevation 155 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
56.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,222
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Population1,222
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Coordinates20.6118°, -97.8536°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,435 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Pahua

La Pahua is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,222. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet (155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 39 business establishments.

Income: La Pahua vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Pahua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average71.7°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Area157.7 sq mi (408.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates20.6118°N, 97.8536°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.36"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 113 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 126 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 144 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 122 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 135 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 136 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 113 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 145 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 145 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 140 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 147 km
Dec 22, 1998 5 km WSW of Almoloya, Mexico M3.5 86 km
Feb 10, 2005 1 km SE of Xochitlán, Mexico M3.4 143 km
Dec 26, 1997 7 km SSE of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M3.2 136 km
Nov 8, 2000 1 km SW of José María Morelos (San José), Mexico M3.2 130 km
Nov 7, 2000 0 km SW of Santa Clara, Mexico M3.2 127 km
Mar 16, 1999 5 km S of Jaltepec, Mexico M3.0 132 km
Apr 19, 1998 4 km SE of San Nicolás Tecomatlán, Mexico M2.9 130 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 20 km
2017 Katia Category 2 78 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 147 km
2010 Karl Category 3 219 km
2007 Dean Category 2 59 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 79 km
2000 Keith Category 1 159 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 111 km
1993 Gert Category 2 71 km
1990 Diana Category 2 57 km
1988 Debby Category 1 58 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (112 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 112 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 145 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 155 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 156 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 156 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 170 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 174 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 179 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 186 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
May 78°F (26°C) 4.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in Warmest
July 77°F (25°C) 11.4 in
August 77°F (25°C) 10.3 in
September 76°F (24°C) 12.4 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

La Pahua has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 65°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 68.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (1.8").

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Radio Stations near La Pahua

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 100.9 (Poza Rica) - 100.9 FM - XHEJD-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 100.9 fm, américa MP3
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
ARROBA FM 89.3 (Poza Rica) - 89.3 FM - XHRRR-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 89.3 fm, @fm MP3
Globo 102.7 (Poza Rica) - 102.7 FM - XHPR-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 102.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (Poza Rica) - 105.9 FM - XHCOV-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 105.9 fm, 1970s MP3
EXA FM 101.9 (Poza Rica) - 101.9 FM - XHRIC-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 101.9 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla 570 am, 92.7 fm AAC 64 kbps

Libraries in La Pahua

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunitaria0.0

Airports Near La Pahua

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica 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 La Pahua

What is the population of La Pahua?

La Pahua has a population of 1,222 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 157.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Pahua?

La Pahua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Pahua?

The job market in La Pahua is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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