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Pochálcatl, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Pochálcatl is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,160. Elevation: 4,564 ft (1,391 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

1,160 Population 5/sq mi density
4,564 ft Elevation 1,391 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,160
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation4,564 ft (1,391 m)
Population1,160
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,564 ft (1,391 m)
Coordinates20.0030°, -97.8541°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pochálcatl

Pochálcatl is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,160. The city sits at an elevation of 4,564 feet (1,391 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Pochálcatl vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pochálcatl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,564 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,564 ft (1,391 m)
Area245.3 sq mi (635.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates20.0030°N, 97.8541°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

111 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 17, 2019.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 58 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 120 km
Mar 4, 2000 3 km NE of Tulcingo, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Apr 21, 1998 central Mexico M4.1 132 km
Mar 21, 1998 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.1 126 km
Jul 6, 2012 7 km NNW of Los Ídolos, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Feb 4, 2003 Puebla region, Mexico M4.1 138 km
May 6, 2013 12 km NW of San Pedro Benito Juárez, Mexico M4.1 136 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 111 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 130 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Apr 27, 1998 4 km SW of San Nicolás de los Ranchos, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Sep 21, 1998 1 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.0 123 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Nov 3, 2002 8 km SW of José María Morelos, Mexico M4.0 85 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 84 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Sep 22, 1998 3 km WNW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M4.0 125 km
Sep 23, 1998 1 km NW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Feb 11, 1998 0 km WNW of La Magdalena Yancuitlalpan, Mexico M3.9 144 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 58 km
2017 Katia Category 2 103 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 131 km
2010 Karl Category 3 165 km
2007 Dean Category 2 80 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 96 km
2000 Keith Category 1 212 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 178 km
1993 Gert Category 2 131 km
1990 Diana Category 2 110 km
1988 Debby Category 1 97 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 56 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 91 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 93 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 98 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 113 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 118 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 121 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 123 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 124 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 136 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 169 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
April 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 11.1 in
July 58°F (15°C) 12.2 in
August 66°F (19°C) 12.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 8.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in

Pochálcatl has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 52°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 74.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Pochálcatl

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
99.7 LA INVASORA (US) banda, corridos MP3 128 kbps
RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla 570 am, 92.7 fm AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Pochálcatl

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de atuendos indígenas de la región
Museo de la Relojeria
Museo Etnologico Huasteco

Libraries in Pochálcatl

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Santa Elena0.0

Farmers Markets in Pochálcatl

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Chignahupan
Mercado Guadalupe
Plaza Centenario

Airports Near Pochálcatl

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall 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 Pochálcatl

What is the population of Pochálcatl?

Pochálcatl has a population of 1,160 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 245.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pochálcatl?

Pochálcatl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Pochálcatl?

The job market in Pochálcatl is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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