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Puxcatán, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

Puxcatán is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 1,288. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1,288 Population 3,303/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
96.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,288
Density3,303/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain96.2 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population1,288
Population Density3,303 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates17.4508°, -92.6869°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation96.2 inches (2,444 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Puxcatán

Puxcatán is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 1,288. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Puxcatán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Puxcatán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 96.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density3,303/sq mi
Coordinates17.4508°N, 92.6869°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 96.2"
153% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 20.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.92"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

185 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 9, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 107 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 103 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 102 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 136 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 136 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 150 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 127 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 128 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 135 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 147 km
Apr 13, 2013 30 km E of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.7 133 km
Jun 24, 2009 32 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.7 135 km
Jan 3, 1998 15 km WNW of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.7 100 km
Jul 11, 2023 22 km WNW of Francisco I. Madero, Mexico M4.6 149 km
Nov 14, 2012 7 km SSW of Nuevo Juan del Grijalva, Mexico M4.6 76 km
Mar 12, 2010 6 km N of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.6 84 km
Jan 4, 2005 32 km NNE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.6 145 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 127 km
Jan 22, 2014 15 km WNW of Francisco I. Madero, Mexico M4.6 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 190 km
2011 Nate Category 1 253 km
2010 Karl Category 3 248 km
2007 Dean Category 1 255 km
2005 Stan Category 1 245 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS Meteorological 50.0 m 19 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 58 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 8.9 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 7.6 in
March 76°F (25°C) 5.0 in
April 80°F (26°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 14.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
August 80°F (26°C) 15.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 20.2 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 19.0 in
November 74°F (24°C) 11.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 9.8 in

Puxcatán has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 136.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (20.2") and April the driest (4.9").

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Farmers Markets in Puxcatán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Público "Pedro Palomeque"

Airports Near Puxcatán

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport
Valle Bonito 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 Puxcatán

What is the population of Puxcatán?

Puxcatán has a population of 1,288 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,303 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Puxcatán?

Puxcatán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.

How is the job market in Puxcatán?

The job market in Puxcatán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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