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Las Higueras, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Las Higueras is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,280. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,280 Population 5/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
62.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,280
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain62.4 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population1,280
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates20.0374°, -96.6220°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation62.4 inches (1,584 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Higueras

Las Higueras is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,280. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Las Higueras vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Higueras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area240.1 sq mi (621.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates20.0374°N, 96.6220°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.4"
64% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 4, 2021.

Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 120 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 92 km
Feb 14, 2012 11 km NNE of Veracruz, Mexico M4.4 101 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 97 km
Jun 5, 1992 14 km N of Arbolillo, Mexico M4.4 148 km
Sep 1, 1997 12 km ENE of Salinas, Mexico M4.3 147 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 22 km
May 17, 2012 3 km NNE of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.2 125 km
Apr 19, 2001 21 km NNE of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Jan 6, 2015 2 km SSE of San Julián, Mexico M4.1 97 km
Aug 11, 2000 Gulf of America M4.1 59 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 64 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 31 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 109 km
May 24, 2003 8 km SE of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.1 136 km
May 13, 2011 Oaxaca-Veracruz-Puebla border region, Mexico M4.0 135 km
Apr 15, 2006 3 km SSW of Cabezas, Mexico M3.9 81 km
Jun 30, 2002 7 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M3.9 98 km
Nov 10, 2000 5 km NE of El Porvenir, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 64 km
2017 Katia Category 2 80 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 5 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 255 km
2010 Karl Category 3 93 km
2007 Dean Category 2 52 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 52 km
2005 Stan Category 1 241 km
2000 Keith Category 1 140 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 165 km
1993 Gert Category 2 142 km
1990 Diana Category 2 98 km
1988 Debby Category 1 85 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Naolinco Volcanic Field (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 43 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 82 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 95 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 103 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 120 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 123 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 7.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in

Las Higueras has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 68°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (2.1").

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Radio Stations near Las Higueras

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.9 W Radio (Xalapa) - 92.9 FM - XHJH-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Xalapa, Veracruz 92.9 fm, américa MP3 256 kbps
104.1 LOS40 (Xalapa) - 104.1 FM - XHGR-FM - Cuatro Media Telecomunicaciones - Xalapa, Veracruz 104.1 fm, avanradio MP3 128 kbps
DIGITAL 98.5 (Xalapa) - 98.5 FM - XHWA-FM - AvanRadio - Xalapa, Veracruz 98.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
Amor Xalapa - 91.7 FM - XHOZ-FM - Quatro Media - Xalapa, Veracruz 91.7 fm, amor MP3 128 kbps
SENSACIÓN 95.5 (Xalapa) - 95.5 FM - XHTP-FM - Oliva Radio - Xalapa, Veracruz 95.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
W RADIO 92.9 (Xalapa) - 92.9 FM - XHJH-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Xalapa, Veracruz 92.9 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
AMOR 91.7 (Xalapa) - 91.7 FM - XHOZ-FM - Quatro Media - Xalapa, Veracruz 91.7 fm, amor MP3 128 kbps
W Radio Xalapa - 92.9 FM - XHJH-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Xalapa, Veracruz 92.9 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
Amor 91.7 Xalapa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Las Higueras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de San Rafael

Breweries in Las Higueras

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Happy Beer los Madrigales

Airports Near Las Higueras

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Lencero AirportJALMedium Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
La Pajarera AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana Maloapan 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 Las Higueras

What is the population of Las Higueras?

Las Higueras has a population of 1,280 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 240.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Higueras?

Las Higueras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.4 inches.

How is the job market in Las Higueras?

The job market in Las Higueras is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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