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Petlalcingo, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Petlalcingo is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 2,621. Elevation: 4,501 ft (1,372 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

2,621 Population 190/sq mi density
4,501 ft Elevation 1,372 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Petlalcingo

Petlalcingo is a town and municipality in Puebla in eastern Mexico.

People

Population2,621
Density190/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Population2,621
Population Density190 / sq mi
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Coordinates18.0846°, -97.9175°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Petlalcingo

Petlalcingo is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 2,621. The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet (1,372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: Petlalcingo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Petlalcingo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,501 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Area13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates18.0846°N, 97.9175°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.82"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

252 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 79 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 61 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 112 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 78 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 98 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 57 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 63 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 30 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 138 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 33 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 83 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 109 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 22 km
Sep 16, 1995 1 km SW of Xochistlahuaca, Mexico M4.9 149 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 68 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 148 km
Apr 5, 1997 11 km NNE of San Vicente Piñas, Mexico M4.7 134 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 65 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 177 km
2024 John Category 3 195 km
2023 Otis Category 5 251 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 292 km
2021 Grace Category 3 270 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 254 km
2017 Katia Category 1 293 km
2017 Max Category 1 186 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 176 km
2010 Karl Category 3 149 km
2007 Dean Category 2 276 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 282 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 192 km
1997 Rick Category 2 255 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 175 km
1988 Debby Category 1 298 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (125 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 125 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 128 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 137 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 140 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 144 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 155 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 159 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 169 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 176 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.3 in
May 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
August 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in

Petlalcingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Petlalcingo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Petlalcingo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada
Mercado San Vicente Boquerón

Stadiums & Teams in Petlalcingo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Petlalcingo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall Airport

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 Petlalcingo

What is the population of Petlalcingo?

Petlalcingo has a population of 2,621 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 190 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Petlalcingo?

Petlalcingo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

How is the job market in Petlalcingo?

Petlalcingo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

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