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Oriental, Mexico
Puebla · Mexico
Oriental is a small city in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 9,957. Elevation: 7,723 ft (2,354 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Oriental
Oriental is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Puebla.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 9,957 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,723 ft (2,354 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.3761°, -97.6205° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Puebla |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.3 inches (440 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oriental
Oriental is a small city in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 9,957. The city sits at an elevation of 7,723 feet (2,354 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Oriental vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 319 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,723 ft (2,354 m) |
| Area | 111.0 sq mi (287.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3761°N, 97.6205°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Serdan-Oriental (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 38 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 45 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 51 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 53 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 97 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Oriental has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 52°F in December to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.2").
Schools in Oriental
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| ICATEP ORIENTAL | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| CBTIS 241 | — | — | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnologica de Oriental | — | — | — | — |
| Secundaria | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Oriental
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA INVASORA 88.9 (Perote) - 88.9 FM - XHBE-FM - Molina Comunicaciones - Perote, Veracruz | 88.9 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La K-Pitana | — | MP3 | |
| 99.7 LA INVASORA (US) | banda, corridos | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Oriental
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Comunitario de Ixtacamaxtitlan |
Libraries in Oriental
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oriental
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Seco | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo |
Hotels in Oriental
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oriental
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Oriental
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Aerolandia | — | Small Airport |
| Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Roja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana Maloapan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tlaxcala Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Oriental?
Oriental has a population of 9,957 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 111.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oriental?
Oriental enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches.
How is the job market in Oriental?
The job market in Oriental is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 319 business establishments in the area.