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San Miguel Ocotenco, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

San Miguel Ocotenco is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,788. Elevation: 8,560 ft (2,609 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,788 Population 9/sq mi density
8,560 ft Elevation 2,609 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,788
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)
Population1,788
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)
Coordinates19.0666°, -97.4525°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (462 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Ocotenco

San Miguel Ocotenco is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,788. The city sits at an elevation of 8,560 feet (2,609 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Ocotenco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Miguel Ocotenco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,560 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,560 ft (2,609 m)
Area200.9 sq mi (520.2 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates19.0666°N, 97.4525°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 19, 2024.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 123 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 76 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 117 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 150 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 100 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 131 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 102 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 69 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 129 km
Jul 14, 2010 20 km E of Santa María Camotlán, Mexico M4.6 133 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 141 km
Jul 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.5 126 km
Feb 14, 2012 11 km NNE of Veracruz, Mexico M4.4 145 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 140 km
Oct 22, 2012 3 km ENE of Santiago Huajolotitlán, Mexico M4.3 139 km
Dec 8, 2000 21 km ESE of Santiago Chazumba, Mexico M4.3 107 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 148 km
Jun 24, 1999 4 km SSW of Totoltepec de Guerrero, Mexico M4.2 107 km
May 6, 2013 12 km NW of San Pedro Benito Juárez, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Jul 18, 2008 25 km E of Santiago Miltepec, Mexico M4.1 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 293 km
2021 Grace Category 3 162 km
2017 Katia Category 2 174 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 137 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 289 km
2010 Karl Category 3 71 km
2007 Dean Category 2 160 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 164 km
2005 Stan Category 1 274 km
2000 Keith Category 1 276 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 277 km
1993 Gert Category 2 237 km
1990 Diana Category 2 204 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 291 km
1988 Debby Category 1 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (20 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 20 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 21 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 23 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 36 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 57 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 68 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 100 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 123 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 126 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 134 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
February 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

San Miguel Ocotenco has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 50°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near San Miguel Ocotenco

3 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
LA INVASORA 88.9 (Perote) - 88.9 FM - XHBE-FM - Molina Comunicaciones - Perote, Veracruz 88.9 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
La K-Pitana MP3

Museums in San Miguel Ocotenco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario de Cuacnopalan

Farmers Markets in San Miguel Ocotenco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado "Miguel A. Huesca"
Mercado "San Andrés"
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Atzitzintla
Mercado Municipal El Seco
Mercado Municipal Miguel Hidalgo

Airports Near San Miguel Ocotenco

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Lencero AirportJALMedium Airport
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Loma Roja AirportSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 San Miguel Ocotenco

What is the population of San Miguel Ocotenco?

San Miguel Ocotenco has a population of 1,788 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 200.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Ocotenco?

San Miguel Ocotenco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Ocotenco?

The job market in San Miguel Ocotenco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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