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Raya Caracol, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Raya Caracol is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 603. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

603 Population 2/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
97.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population603
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain97.6 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Population603
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates18.3820°, -96.6943°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation97.6 inches (2,478 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Raya Caracol

Raya Caracol is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 603. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 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 97.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Raya Caracol vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Raya Caracol 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 327 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 97.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area349.3 sq mi (904.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.3820°N, 96.6943°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 97.6"
157% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 20.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

207 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 78 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 135 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 86 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 63 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 135 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 138 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 140 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 145 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 136 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 132 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 132 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 70 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 146 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 82 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 111 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 139 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 85 km
Aug 2, 2019 4 km N of Juan Rodríguez Clara, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 285 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 278 km
2021 Grace Category 3 248 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 180 km
2017 Katia Category 1 250 km
2017 Max Category 1 299 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 245 km
2010 Karl Category 3 59 km
2007 Dean Category 2 236 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 236 km
2005 Stan Category 1 191 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 279 km
1997 Rick Category 1 276 km
1990 Diana Category 2 280 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 295 km
1988 Debby Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 94 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 105 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 121 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 128 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 132 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 143 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 159 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 165 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 18.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 20.8 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 20.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 19.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.8 in
November 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in Coldest

Raya Caracol has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 107.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.8") and February the driest (1.9").

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Radio Stations near Raya Caracol

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz 100.3 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
W RADIO 104.5 (Córdoba) - 104.5 FM - XHEVC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Córdoba, Veracruz 104.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Raya Caracol

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librería Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Raya Caracol

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Cosolapa
Mercado Tezonapeño "La Frontera"
Mercado Veracruzano
Tianguis de Tezonapa

Airports Near Raya Caracol

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
El Ahijadero AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Marina Heroica Naval Academy AirfieldSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Raya Caracol

What is the population of Raya Caracol?

Raya Caracol has a population of 603 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 349.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Raya Caracol?

Raya Caracol 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 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.6 inches.

How is the job market in Raya Caracol?

The job market in Raya Caracol is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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