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Popoctepetl, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Popoctepetl is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 547. Elevation: 1,496 ft (456 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

547 Population 2/sq mi density
1,496 ft Elevation 456 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population547
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Population547
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Coordinates18.5126°, -95.3159°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Popoctepetl

Popoctepetl is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 547. The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet (456 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Popoctepetl vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Popoctepetl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area309.5 sq mi (801.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.5126°N, 95.3159°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.20"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

488 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 14, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 99 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 81 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 72 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 50 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 82 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 36 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 131 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 88 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 117 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 139 km
Jan 25, 2017 9 km E of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M5.0 116 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 70 km
Aug 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Venustiano Carranza (Peña Blanca), Mexico M4.9 115 km
Jun 3, 1996 28 km ESE of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M4.9 134 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 39 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 135 km
Dec 20, 1991 11 km E of Suchilapan del Río, Mexico M4.9 135 km
Apr 14, 2019 4 km SSE of Constitución Mexicana, Mexico M4.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 241 km
2017 Katia Category 2 291 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 199 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 298 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 293 km
2010 Karl Category 3 122 km
2007 Dean Category 2 209 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 232 km
2005 Stan Category 1 45 km
1997 Rick Category 1 300 km
1993 Gert Category 2 290 km
1990 Diana Category 2 243 km
1988 Debby Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 14 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
February 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in Driest
May 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
June 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 13.3 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 12.8 in
September 76°F (25°C) 17.2 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 14.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in
December 69°F (21°C) 6.0 in

Popoctepetl has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 69°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 94.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.2") and April the driest (1.4").

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Radio Stations near Popoctepetl

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Popoctepetl

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura "Fernando Bustamante"
Museo Regional
Museo Regional Tuxtleco
Museo Tres Zapotes
Museo y Centro ceremonial "El Ahijado"

Libraries in Popoctepetl

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal María Boettinger de Álvarez0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Popoctepetl

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Plaza Juárez

Airports Near Popoctepetl

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International AirportMTTMedium Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Marina Heroica Naval Academy 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 Popoctepetl

What is the population of Popoctepetl?

Popoctepetl has a population of 547 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 309.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Popoctepetl?

Popoctepetl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Popoctepetl?

The job market in Popoctepetl is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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