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Pajapan, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Pajapan is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 8,434. Elevation: 650 ft (198 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

8,434 Population 60/sq mi density
650 ft Elevation 198 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
76.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Pajapan

Pajapan

Pajapan is a municipality and city in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the south zone of the state of Veracruz, about 496 km (308 mi) from the state capital of Xalapa. It has a surface of 305.98 km2 (118.14 sq mi), and is located at 18°16′N 94°41′W.

People

Population8,434
Density60/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain76.4 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Population8,434
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Coordinates18.2627°, -94.6917°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation76.4 inches (1,940 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pajapan

Pajapan is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 8,434. The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet (198 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 270 business establishments.

Income: Pajapan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)270

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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Climate in Pajapan

Pajapan has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2546 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.5°C / 73°F 18.7° / 26.3° 105.6
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 19.3° / 28.2° 61.4
Mar 25°C / 77°F 20.2° / 29.9° 35.1
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 22.1° / 33.4° 22.0
May 28.8°C / 84°F 23.9° / 33.6° 103.5
Jun 28.4°C / 83°F 23.8° / 32.9° 211.1
Jul 28°C / 82°F 23.8° / 32.2° 223.2
Aug 27.9°C / 82°F 23.3° / 32.5° 341.1
Sep 27.4°C / 81°F 23° / 31.8° 556.8
Oct 26.1°C / 79°F 21.9° / 30.3° 425.7
Nov 24.2°C / 76°F 20.2° / 28.1° 298.4
Dec 23.3°C / 74°F 19.1° / 27.5° 162.5
Pajapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area141.0 sq mi (365.1 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates18.2627°N, 94.6917°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.4"
101% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.07"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

863 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 M6.6 123 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 121 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 57 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 62 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 76 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 149 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 115 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 133 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 118 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 94 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 75 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 149 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 133 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 103 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 128 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 84 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 260 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 218 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 244 km
2011 Nate Category 1 298 km
2010 Karl Category 3 161 km
2007 Dean Category 2 217 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 284 km
2005 Stan Category 1 44 km
1997 Rick Category 1 297 km
1990 Diana Category 2 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 64 km
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 11.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.1 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.0 in
December 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in

Pajapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 70°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.1") and April the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Pajapan

Institution Type Founded Website
COBAEV Gral. Hilario Carlos Salas College

Schools in Pajapan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Cándido Donato Padua
Secundaria Técnica Industrial No. 83
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Radio Stations near Pajapan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
RADIO SENSACIONAL DIGITAL 93.9 (Allende) - 93.9 FM - XHVD-FM - Allende, Coahuila MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Pajapan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Oralia Bringas de García0.0
Biblioteca Pública Cuauhtémoc0.0
Biblioteca y Plaza Comunitaria0.0
Cornelius Versteeg Van Donselaar0.0
Cornelius Versteeg Van Donselaar0.0
USBI0.0
USBI0.0

Farmers Markets in Pajapan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Cuauhtémoc
Mercado De Peces
Mercado De Peces
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Puerto México
Mercado Úrsulo Galván

Banks in Pajapan

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco del Bienestar

Stadiums & Teams in Pajapan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pajapan

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International AirportMTTMedium Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Robalo AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pajapan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Católica San Juan de Dios

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 Pajapan

What is the population of Pajapan?

Pajapan has a population of 8,434 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 141.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pajapan?

Pajapan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.4 inches.

How is the job market in Pajapan?

The job market in Pajapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 270 business establishments in the area.

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