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Pahuatlán, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Pahuatlán is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 2,039. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,039 Population 114/sq mi density
912 ft Elevation 278 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Pahuatlán

Pahuatlán

Pahuatlán, officially Pahuatlán del Valle, is a town and municipality located in the northwest of the state of Puebla in central Mexico. The municipality is part of the Sierra Norte region of the state, a steep mountainous area which receive significant moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, and borders the states of Hidalgo and Veracruz.

People

Population2,039
Density114/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Population2,039
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Coordinates21.0694°, -98.4767°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pahuatlán

Pahuatlán is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 2,039. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet (278 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Pahuatlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pahuatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.5 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates21.0694°N, 98.4767°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 132 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 107 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 111 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 72 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 127 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 75 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 91 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 136 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 90 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 143 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 93 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 91 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 56 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 117 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 103 km
2017 Katia Category 2 152 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 229 km
2010 Karl Category 3 298 km
2007 Dean Category 2 138 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 157 km
2000 Keith Category 1 168 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 100 km
1993 Gert Category 2 19 km
1990 Diana Category 2 113 km
1988 Debby Category 1 129 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 188 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
April 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 10.2 in Warmest
July 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 12.5 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Pahuatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 68.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and February the driest (2.1").

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Radio Stations near Pahuatlán

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Pahuatlán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Yahualica

Libraries in Pahuatlán

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibioteca José P Cabrera Licona0.0
Diego Isidro0.0
Ing. Luis Flores Pérez0.0
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Pahuatlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Huejutla
Tianguis

Stadiums & Teams in Pahuatlán

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pahuatlán

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa AirstripSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pahuatlán

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

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 Pahuatlán

What is the population of Pahuatlán?

Pahuatlán has a population of 2,039 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pahuatlán?

Pahuatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Pahuatlán?

The job market in Pahuatlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

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