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Santiago de la Peña, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Santiago de la Peña is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 8,657. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,657 Population 29/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,657
Density29/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population8,657
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates20.9446°, -97.4071°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago de la Peña

Santiago de la Peña is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 8,657. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 277 business establishments.

Income: Santiago de la Peña vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)277

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Santiago de la Peña

Santiago de la Peña has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Jan (19.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.8°C / 68°F 15.7° / 23.9° 77.2
Feb 21.2°C / 70°F 16.7° / 25.6° 38.8
Mar 23.6°C / 74°F 18.8° / 28.5° 21.1
Apr 26.3°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.3° 42.3
May 28.4°C / 83°F 23.4° / 33.3° 76.2
Jun 29°C / 84°F 24.3° / 33.8° 203.0
Jul 28.9°C / 84°F 24.1° / 33.7° 191.0
Aug 29°C / 84°F 24.1° / 34° 165.0
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 23.3° / 32.2° 356.7
Oct 25.6°C / 78°F 21.1° / 30.1° 304.3
Nov 22.4°C / 72°F 17.9° / 26.8° 94.4
Dec 20.4°C / 69°F 16.2° / 24.5° 34.3
Santiago de la Peña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area297.4 sq mi (770.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates20.9446°N, 97.4071°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.00"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 140 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 108 km
Dec 22, 1998 5 km WSW of Almoloya, Mexico M3.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 44 km
2017 Katia Category 2 50 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 135 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 247 km
2010 Karl Category 3 221 km
2007 Dean Category 2 51 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 59 km
2000 Keith Category 1 104 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 79 km
1993 Gert Category 2 30 km
1990 Diana Category 2 5 km
1988 Debby Category 1 29 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (141 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 141 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 157 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 164 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 180 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in
February 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
March 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
December 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Santiago de la Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 67°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Santiago de la Peña

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio Bachilleres Patria
Secundaria José Vasconcelos
Escuela Primaria Belisario Domínguez
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Radio Stations near Santiago de la Peña

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
VIDA ROMÁNTICA 100.9 (Poza Rica) - 100.9 FM - XHEJD-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 100.9 fm, américa MP3
ARROBA FM 89.3 (Poza Rica) - 89.3 FM - XHRRR-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 89.3 fm, @fm MP3
Globo 102.7 (Poza Rica) - 102.7 FM - XHPR-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 102.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (Poza Rica) - 105.9 FM - XHCOV-FM - Radiorama Poza Rica - Poza Rica, Veracruz 105.9 fm, 1970s MP3
EXA FM 101.9 (Poza Rica) - 101.9 FM - XHRIC-FM - MVS Poza Rica (Estudio 101.9) - Poza Rica, Veracruz 101.9 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Santiago de la Peña

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de la Amistad Cuba y Mexico

Farmers Markets in Santiago de la Peña

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 5 de Febrero
Mercado Héroes del 47
Mercado Municipal Revolución
Mercado Tuxpan

Hotels in Santiago de la Peña

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City Express Tuxpan
Hotel Boutique el Faro Tuxpan
Hotel la luna
Hotel Yorio Inn
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Bus Stations in Santiago de la Peña

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ADO Tuxpan
Ómnibus de México
Terminal de Mexico

Gas Stations in Santiago de la Peña

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex
Repsol

Stadiums & Teams in Santiago de la Peña

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Airports Near Santiago de la Peña

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
El Cristo AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Isla del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Santiago de la Peña

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Paquetexpress

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 Santiago de la Peña

What is the population of Santiago de la Peña?

Santiago de la Peña has a population of 8,657 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 297.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago de la Peña?

Santiago de la Peña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago de la Peña?

The job market in Santiago de la Peña is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 277 business establishments in the area.

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