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Nuevo Cantón, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Nuevo Cantón is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 742. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

742 Population 3/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
137.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population742
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain137.3 in/yr
Sunny Days143/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population742
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates17.3237°, -94.5270°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation137.3 inches (3,487 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Cantón

Nuevo Cantón is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 742. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo Cantón vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo Cantón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days143 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area221.9 sq mi (574.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.3237°N, 94.5270°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.3"
261% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 22.05"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,735 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 125 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 24 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 110 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 126 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 97 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 122 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 109 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 75 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 77 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 62 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 135 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 56 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 78 km
Mar 2, 2023 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 70 km
Oct 14, 2017 12 km E of San Mateo del Mar, Mexico M5.5 127 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 59 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 255 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 142 km
2010 Karl Category 3 264 km
2005 Stan Category 1 147 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 294 km
1997 Rick Category 1 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (138 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 138 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 156 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 6.9 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
March 76°F (25°C) 3.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 15.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 19.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 22.1 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 21.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 16.3 in
November 74°F (24°C) 11.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 9.0 in

Nuevo Cantón has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 137.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (22.1") and April the driest (2.4").

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Airports Near Nuevo Cantón

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Robalo AirstripSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall 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 Nuevo Cantón

What is the population of Nuevo Cantón?

Nuevo Cantón has a population of 742 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 221.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo Cantón?

Nuevo Cantón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 143 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.3 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo Cantón?

The job market in Nuevo Cantón is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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