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Palmillas, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

Palmillas is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 1,092. Elevation: 4,157 ft (1,267 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,092 Population 1/sq mi density
4,157 ft Elevation 1,267 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population1,092
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation4,157 ft (1,267 m)
Population1,092
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,157 ft (1,267 m)
Coordinates23.3021°, -99.5497°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (571 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palmillas

Palmillas is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 1,092. The city sits at an elevation of 4,157 feet (1,267 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Palmillas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palmillas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,157 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,157 ft (1,267 m)
Area1,250.4 sq mi (3,238.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.3021°N, 99.5497°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 63 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 69 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 144 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 137 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 62 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 86 km
2005 Emily Category 3 208 km
2003 Erika Category 1 289 km
2000 Keith Category 1 186 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 268 km
1993 Gert Category 2 277 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 163 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
August 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.8 in Wettest
October 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Palmillas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 57°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Palmillas

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA SABROSITA 92.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 92.5 FM - XHCCCN-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio UAT (Ciudad Victoria) - 102.5 FM - XHUNI-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 102.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 94.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 94.5 FM - XHBJ-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 94.5 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps

Gas Stations in Palmillas

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Palmillas

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
Aerofumigaciones Quila Airport-Small Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula Airport-Small Airport
El Jefe Airstrip-Small Airport
El Palmar Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
El Siete Airport-Small Airport
El Tigre Airport-Small Airport
Güémez Airport-Small Airport
La Trinidad Airport-Small Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo Airstrip-Small Airport
Rancho Los Pinos Airport-Small Airport
Rancho San Antonio Airport-Small Airport
Sigma Airstrip-Small Airport
Xicoténcatl Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Palmillas

What is the population of Palmillas?

Palmillas has a population of 1,092 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,250.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palmillas?

Palmillas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches.

How is the job market in Palmillas?

Palmillas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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