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Mecatepec, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

Mecatepec is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 2,195. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,195 Population 710/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
60.0 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population2,195
Density710/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population2,195
Population Density710 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates17.8893°, -93.5242°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation60.0 inches (1,524 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mecatepec

Mecatepec is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 2,195. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.0 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Mecatepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mecatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 60.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Mexico avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates17.8893°N, 93.5242°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.0"
58% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 14.29"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

607 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 8, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 117 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 115 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 111 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 150 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 137 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 67 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 126 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 110 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 117 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 70 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 74 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 139 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 106 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 133 km
Jan 25, 2017 9 km E of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M5.0 111 km
Jul 29, 1999 21 km SSW of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.0 123 km
Feb 18, 2009 32 km E of Santa María Chimalapa, Mexico M4.9 139 km
Jun 3, 1996 28 km ESE of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M4.9 95 km
Aug 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Venustiano Carranza (Peña Blanca), Mexico M4.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Franklin (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Franklin Category 1 273 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 192 km
2011 Nate Category 1 239 km
2010 Karl Category 3 191 km
2007 Dean Category 1 228 km
2005 Stan Category 1 152 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS Meteorological 50.0 m 19 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 67 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
February 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
May 85°F (29°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (29°C) 9.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 14.3 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 8.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in Coldest

Mecatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.3") and March the driest (1.9").

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Museums in Mecatepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de historia

Farmers Markets in Mecatepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Francisco Trujillo Gurria

Stadiums & Teams in Mecatepec

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mecatepec

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
La Unión AirstripSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho Joali AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Merida

🇲🇽 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 Mecatepec

What is the population of Mecatepec?

Mecatepec has a population of 2,195 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 710 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mecatepec?

Mecatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches.

How is the job market in Mecatepec?

The job market in Mecatepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

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