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Santa Cruz Mextepec, Mexico

México · Mexico

Santa Cruz Mextepec is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,836. Elevation: 8,455 ft (2,577 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,836 Population 12/sq mi density
8,455 ft Elevation 2,577 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,836
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation8,455 ft (2,577 m)
Population1,836
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation8,455 ft (2,577 m)
Coordinates19.6597°, -99.9531°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz Mextepec

Santa Cruz Mextepec is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 1,836. The city sits at an elevation of 8,455 feet (2,577 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz Mextepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Cruz Mextepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 31.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,455 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,455 ft (2,577 m)
Area147.7 sq mi (382.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates19.6597°N, 99.9531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 146 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 117 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 82 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 143 km
Jun 21, 1996 4 km ENE of Villa Madero, Mexico M4.3 145 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 100 km
Oct 10, 2011 10 km NNW of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.2 147 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 44 km
Jul 17, 2012 12 km NNW of Ixcapuzalco, Mexico M4.1 116 km
Mar 2, 2002 8 km SW of Acapetlahuaya, Mexico M4.1 146 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 85 km
May 28, 2007 6 km NNE of Acapetlahuaya, Mexico M4.1 132 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 109 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 140 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 89 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 130 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 134 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 48 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 53 km
Feb 15, 1999 5 km SW of Zacapuato, Mexico M3.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 1 293 km
2024 John Category 1 263 km
2023 Otis Category 4 221 km
2021 Grace Category 3 253 km
2021 Rick Category 2 273 km
2007 Dean Category 1 292 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 297 km
1996 Boris Category 1 259 km
1993 Gert Category 2 235 km
1990 Diana Category 1 300 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 43 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 65 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 108 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 137 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 148 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 157 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in
February 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
April 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 5.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 7.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 6.7 in
September 56°F (14°C) 5.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Santa Cruz Mextepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 50°F in December to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Santa Cruz Mextepec

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO DISNEY 102.1 (Toluca) - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Bestia (Toluca) - 103.7 FM - XHQY-FM - Toluca, Estado de México 103.7 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
Crystal (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 93.3 fm, crystal AAC+ 64 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
ULTRA 101.3 (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México 101.3 fm, contemporary hits MP3 96 kbps
AMOR 92.5 (Toluca) - 92.5 FM - XHRJ-FM - Grupo ACIR - Toluca, Estado de México 92.5 fm, acir AAC+ 48 kbps
CRYSTAL 93.3 (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 93.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Ultra (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México 101.3 fm, contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Radio Disney Toluca - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Crystal 93.3 AAC+ 64 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps
W RADIO 102.9 (Toluca) - 102.9 FM - XHTOL-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Toluca, Estado de México 102.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 91.7 FM - XHGEM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 91.7, 91.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 1600, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps
UniRadio 99.7 radio college MP3 96 kbps
Crystal 104.9 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Crystal 106.1 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
MEXIQUENSE RADIO 1600 (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Santa Cruz Mextepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Histórico de Atlacomulco

Libraries in Santa Cruz Mextepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Prof. Santiago Velasco Riuz0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Tecoac0.0
Ing. Joaquin Álvila0.0
Justo Sierra0.0
Profesor Santiago Velasco Ruiz0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Mextepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Miguel De Madrid
Mercado Municipal - 1 de Septiembre
Mercado Municipal - 1 de Septiembre
Oxxo
Oxxo
Oxxo
Plaza Monarca
Presidente Adolfo López Mateos
Tianguis Atlacomulco

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz Mextepec

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa Cruz Mextepec

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de Rancho LanzaroteSmall Airport
Jorge Jiménez Cantú National AirportAZPSmall 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 Santa Cruz Mextepec

What is the population of Santa Cruz Mextepec?

Santa Cruz Mextepec has a population of 1,836 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 147.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Mextepec?

Santa Cruz Mextepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Mextepec?

The job market in Santa Cruz Mextepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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