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Nopalapan, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Nopalapan is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 2,073. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,073 Population 5/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,073
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population2,073
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates18.1117°, -95.3308°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,352 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nopalapan

Nopalapan is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 2,073. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: Nopalapan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nopalapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area432.9 sq mi (1,121.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.1117°N, 95.3308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.76"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

940 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 146 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 59 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 45 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 62 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 92 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 44 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 13 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 134 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 134 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 116 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 101 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 102 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 142 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 131 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 45 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 118 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 271 km
2021 Grace Category 3 285 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 239 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 261 km
2010 Karl Category 3 160 km
2007 Dean Category 2 252 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 275 km
2005 Stan Category 1 71 km
1997 Rick Category 1 256 km
1990 Diana Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 53 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in
May 85°F (30°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in

Nopalapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Nopalapan

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
ISTMO 94.9 (Acayucan) - 94.9 FM - XHPTEA-FM - ACayucan, Veracruz 94.9 fm, acayucan AAC+ 80 kbps
LA KEBUENA 93.9 (Acayucan) - 93.9 FM - XHEVZ-FM - Acayucan, Veracruz 93.9 fm, acayucan MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Nopalapan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional Comunitario

Farmers Markets in Nopalapan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal "Miguel Alemán"

Airports Near Nopalapan

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita-Small Airport
El Amate Airport-Small Airport
El Cubilete Airport-Small Airport
El Zopilote Airport-Small Airport
La Esmeralda Airstrip-Small Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional Airport-Small Airport
Moralar Airstrip-Small Airport
San Jose Independencia Airstrip-Small Airport
Tres Encinos Airport-Small 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 Nopalapan

What is the population of Nopalapan?

Nopalapan has a population of 2,073 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 432.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nopalapan?

Nopalapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Nopalapan?

The job market in Nopalapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

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