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Soconusco, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Soconusco is a small city in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 5,825. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

5,825 Population 121/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population5,825
Density121/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Population5,825
Population Density121 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates17.9632°, -94.8810°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,243 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Soconusco

Soconusco is a small city in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 5,825. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 186 business establishments.

Income: Soconusco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)186

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Soconusco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 328 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 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.1 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates17.9632°N, 94.8810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,197 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 102 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 88 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 19 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 93 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 112 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 96 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 61 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 132 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 24 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 126 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 150 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 96 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 122 km
Jun 28, 2015 11 km NE of La Blanca, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 112 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 63 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 130 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 126 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 281 km
2021 Grace Category 3 294 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 254 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 222 km
2010 Karl Category 3 193 km
2007 Dean Category 2 255 km
2005 Stan Category 1 71 km
1997 Rick Category 1 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 75 km
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 10.0 in
July 80°F (26°C) 12.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 12.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 13.3 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 7.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in Coldest

Soconusco has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and March the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Soconusco

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Benito Juárez
Telesecundaria Lázaro Cárdenas del Río
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Radio Stations near Soconusco

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ISTMO 94.9 (Acayucan) - 94.9 FM - XHPTEA-FM - ACayucan, Veracruz 94.9 fm, acayucan AAC+ 80 kbps
LA KEBUENA 93.9 (Acayucan) - 93.9 FM - XHEVZ-FM - Acayucan, Veracruz 93.9 fm, acayucan MP3 128 kbps
MEZKLA FM 104.7 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 104.7 FM - XHPTLA-FM - Grupo Mezkla - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 104.7 fm, américa MP3
RADIO SENSACIONAL DIGITAL 93.9 (Allende) - 93.9 FM - XHVD-FM - Allende, Coahuila MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Soconusco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Sitio

Libraries in Soconusco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Lic. Miguel Alemán Valdés"0.0

Farmers Markets in Soconusco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado "Vicente Obregón"
Mercado Adolfo López Mateos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Cosoleacaque
Mercado Publico Municipal Miguel Aleman Valdez
Tianguis Tomito
Tianguis Tomito

Gas Stations in Soconusco

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación Valero
MX #288602342

Airports Near Soconusco

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Minatitlán/Coatzacoalcos International AirportMTTMedium Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Robalo AirstripSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Soconusco

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Santa Ana

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 Soconusco

What is the population of Soconusco?

Soconusco has a population of 5,825 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Soconusco?

Soconusco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

How is the job market in Soconusco?

The job market in Soconusco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 186 business establishments in the area.

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