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Las Nieves, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Las Nieves is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,290. Elevation: 3,871 ft (1,180 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,290 Population 2/sq mi density
3,871 ft Elevation 1,180 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,290
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation3,871 ft (1,180 m)
Population1,290
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,871 ft (1,180 m)
Coordinates18.1836°, -98.0461°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Nieves

Las Nieves is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,290. The city sits at an elevation of 3,871 feet (1,180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Las Nieves vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Nieves enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,871 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,871 ft (1,180 m)
Area538.2 sq mi (1,393.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.1836°N, 98.0461°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.12"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

262 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 62 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 68 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 93 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 44 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 115 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 52 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 17 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 19 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 89 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 106 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 140 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 15 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 55 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 45 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 82 km
Apr 5, 1997 11 km NNE of San Vicente Piñas, Mexico M4.7 145 km
Jun 16, 2007 9 km WNW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.6 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 179 km
2024 John Category 3 195 km
2023 Otis Category 5 244 km
2021 Grace Category 3 260 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 253 km
2017 Katia Category 1 286 km
2017 Max Category 1 188 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 188 km
2010 Karl Category 3 154 km
2007 Dean Category 2 269 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 276 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 194 km
1997 Rick Category 2 269 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 175 km
1988 Debby Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (111 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 111 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 125 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 127 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 135 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 135 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 143 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 152 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 153 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 173 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 5.1 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest

Las Nieves has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 67°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Las Nieves

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Las Nieves

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada
Mercado San Vicente Boquerón
Tianguis

Gas Stations in Las Nieves

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Stadiums & Teams in Las Nieves

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Airports Near Las Nieves

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall Airport
Tenango 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 Nieves

What is the population of Las Nieves?

Las Nieves has a population of 1,290 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 538.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Nieves?

Las Nieves enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

How is the job market in Las Nieves?

The job market in Las Nieves is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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