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Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya), Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 965. Elevation: 3,921 ft (1,195 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

965 Population 2/sq mi density
3,921 ft Elevation 1,195 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population965
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,921 ft (1,195 m)
Population965
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,921 ft (1,195 m)
Coordinates18.2369°, -98.7069°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (876 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 965. The city sits at an elevation of 3,921 feet (1,195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 31 business establishments.

Income: Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,921 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,921 ft (1,195 m)
Area446.7 sq mi (1,156.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2369°N, 98.7069°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.93"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

369 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 42 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 135 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 30 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 53 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 30 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 31 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 74 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 105 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 52 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 130 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 82 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 70 km
May 21, 1991 4 km SSE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.9 133 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 81 km
May 20, 2014 20 km WSW of Apaxtla de Castrejón, Mexico M4.9 148 km
Mar 18, 2000 1 km SE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.8 130 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 22 km
Mar 22, 1997 5 km NW of Cajelitos, Mexico M4.7 135 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 74 km
Jun 22, 2017 4 km ENE of Tlacotepec, Mexico M4.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 141 km
2024 John Category 3 156 km
2023 Otis Category 5 179 km
2021 Grace Category 3 273 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 296 km
2017 Max Category 1 172 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 294 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 211 km
2010 Karl Category 3 214 km
2007 Dean Category 2 292 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 173 km
1997 Rick Category 1 287 km
1996 Boris Category 1 283 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 152 km
1984 Odile Category 2 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 88 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 104 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 105 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 119 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 147 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 174 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 175 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 182 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
August 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3

Stadiums & Teams in Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)

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Airports Near Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)

What is the population of Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)?

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) has a population of 965 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 446.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)?

Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.

How is the job market in Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya)?

The job market in Pilcaya (San Juan Pilcaya) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

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