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Santa Mónica, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Santa Mónica is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 501. Elevation: 2,510 ft (765 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

501 Population 2/sq mi density
2,510 ft Elevation 765 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population501
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,510 ft (765 m)
Population501
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,510 ft (765 m)
Coordinates18.2086°, -98.8036°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (876 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Mónica

Santa Mónica is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 501. The city sits at an elevation of 2,510 feet (765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Santa Mónica vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Mónica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,510 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,510 ft (765 m)
Area241.4 sq mi (625.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2086°N, 98.8036°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.93"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

390 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 50 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 146 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 26 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 43 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 38 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 36 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 85 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 127 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 62 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 108 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 79 km
Aug 27, 1997 1 km NNW of El Limón, Mexico M5.0 147 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 61 km
May 21, 1991 4 km SSE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.9 126 km
May 20, 2014 20 km WSW of Apaxtla de Castrejón, Mexico M4.9 138 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 91 km
Mar 18, 2000 1 km SE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.8 123 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 29 km
Mar 22, 1997 5 km NW of Cajelitos, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 134 km
2024 John Category 3 146 km
2023 Otis Category 5 168 km
2021 Grace Category 3 280 km
2017 Max Category 1 168 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 285 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 213 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 298 km
2010 Karl Category 3 225 km
2007 Dean Category 2 300 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 165 km
1997 Rick Category 1 286 km
1996 Boris Category 1 273 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 147 km
1984 Odile Category 2 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 140 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 140 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 93 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 103 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 109 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 123 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 142 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 183 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 186 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
August 76°F (25°C) 6.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 6.9 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in

Santa Mónica has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santa Mónica

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Mónica

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Airports Near Santa Mónica

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa 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 Santa Mónica

What is the population of Santa Mónica?

Santa Mónica has a population of 501 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 241.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Mónica?

Santa Mónica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Mónica?

The job market in Santa Mónica is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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