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Palo Bendito, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Palo Bendito is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,239. Elevation: 7,769 ft (2,368 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,239 Population 4/sq mi density
7,769 ft Elevation 2,368 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
30.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,239
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation7,769 ft (2,368 m)
Population1,239
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation7,769 ft (2,368 m)
Coordinates20.4563°, -98.4994°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palo Bendito

Palo Bendito is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,239. The city sits at an elevation of 7,769 feet (2,368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: Palo Bendito vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palo Bendito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 30.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,769 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,769 ft (2,368 m)
Area293.2 sq mi (759.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates20.4563°N, 98.4994°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.84"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

106 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 141 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 103 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 91 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 141 km
Mar 21, 1998 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.1 150 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 148 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 75 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 56 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 136 km
Nov 3, 2002 8 km SW of José María Morelos, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 75 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 96 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 149 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 43 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 117 km
Sep 5, 2002 1 km NNW of Juárez Coronaco, Mexico M3.8 121 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 83 km
2017 Katia Category 2 147 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 205 km
2010 Karl Category 3 248 km
2007 Dean Category 2 125 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 146 km
2000 Keith Category 1 216 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 152 km
1993 Gert Category 2 75 km
1990 Diana Category 2 125 km
1988 Debby Category 1 128 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (129 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 129 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 140 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 143 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 160 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 167 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 170 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 177 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 181 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 194 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 1.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 7.3 in
August 61°F (16°C) 7.0 in
September 61°F (16°C) 9.8 in Wettest
October 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in

Palo Bendito has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 52°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and February the driest (1.0").

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Radio Stations near Palo Bendito

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo 104.5 fm, acir AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o 95.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo 106.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo 95.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo 2000s, 2010s AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Palo Bendito

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ex hacienda San Juan hueyapan
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán

Libraries in Palo Bendito

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunitaria0.0
Dr. Antonio Peñafiel0.0
El Porvenir0.0

Farmers Markets in Palo Bendito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Palo Bendito

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Palo Bendito

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Felipe Ángeles International AirportNLULarge Airport
Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez)Medium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Palo Bendito

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 Palo Bendito

What is the population of Palo Bendito?

Palo Bendito has a population of 1,239 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 293.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palo Bendito?

Palo Bendito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.

How is the job market in Palo Bendito?

The job market in Palo Bendito is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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