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Tantima, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Tantima is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,233. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,233 Population 5/sq mi density
653 ft Elevation 199 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
60.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tantima

Tantima is a municipality located in the montane central zone in the Mexican state of Veracruz, about 220 km from the state capital Xalapa. It has a surface of 267.32 km2. It is located at 21°20′N 97°50′W. It is a village huasteco very ancient; the name is given of it steals of producing tree of a few fruits known also like sacuates or jícaras. Previously it was including a great extension of territory, but in 1872 Citlaltépetl's municipality is raised and in 1875 that of Tamalín, segregating both territories of Tantima's municipality.

People

Population1,233
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Population1,233
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Coordinates21.3323°, -97.8333°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation60.5 inches (1,537 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tantima

Tantima is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,233. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 39 business establishments.

Income: Tantima vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tantima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area274.5 sq mi (710.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates21.3323°N, 97.8333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.5"
59% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.46"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 21, 2011.

Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 141 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 144 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 145 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 113 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 122 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 94 km
2017 Katia Category 2 112 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 196 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 249 km
2010 Karl Category 3 280 km
2010 Alex Category 1 295 km
2007 Dean Category 2 108 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 120 km
2000 Keith Category 1 101 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 33 km
1993 Gert Category 2 38 km
1990 Diana Category 2 66 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 298 km
1988 Debby Category 1 90 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in
May 80°F (26°C) 3.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 7.5 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 7.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 74°F (24°C) 6.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in

Tantima has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 64°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and March the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Tantima

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Farmers Markets in Tantima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Cerro Azul

Banks in Tantima

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco del Bienestar

Breweries in Tantima

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Oasis
Km 22
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
SIX

Airports Near Tantima

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cabo Rojo AirstripSmall Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Cruz Negra AirstripSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Isla del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
Isla Fronton AirportSmall Airport
Isla Juana Ramirez AirstripSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa AirstripSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Tampachiche AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall 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 Tantima

What is the population of Tantima?

Tantima has a population of 1,233 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 274.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tantima?

Tantima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.5 inches.

How is the job market in Tantima?

The job market in Tantima is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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