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Teponahuaxtla, Mexico

Nayarit · Mexico

Teponahuaxtla is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 635. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

635 Population 2/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population635
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population635
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates22.2238°, -105.1901°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,352 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Teponahuaxtla

Teponahuaxtla is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 635. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Teponahuaxtla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Teponahuaxtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area367.3 sq mi (951.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates22.2238°N, 105.1901°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.31"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 16, 2023.

Sep 14, 2010 60 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Jan 21, 2007 99 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.8 149 km
Sep 14, 2010 74 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.5 129 km
Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 59 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 85 km
Apr 26, 2017 98 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.2 147 km
Mar 5, 2009 0 km WSW of San Francisco, Mexico M4.2 149 km
Jun 15, 2013 4 km SE of Rincón de Guayabitos, Mexico M4.2 137 km
Mar 28, 2017 98 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.1 148 km
Jul 5, 2015 5 km WSW of Zapotán, Mexico M4.1 132 km
Feb 16, 2023 64 km WSW of Palmar de Cuautla, Mexico M4.0 110 km
Sep 15, 2010 89 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 49 km
Mar 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Atonalisco, Mexico M4.0 74 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 180 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 35 km
2022 Orlene Category 3 112 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 225 km
2021 Nora Category 1 182 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 263 km
2018 Willa Category 4 82 km
2015 Patricia Category 3 208 km
2011 Jova Category 2 237 km
2006 Lane Category 3 173 km
2006 John Category 2 268 km
2002 Kenna Category 5 17 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 171 km
1995 Henriette Category 1 279 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 79 km
1993 Calvin Category 1 259 km
1989 Kiko Category 1 294 km
1987 Eugene Category 1 281 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 203 km
1986 Newton Category 1 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (83 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 83 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 141 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
June 84°F (29°C) 4.7 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 14.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 15.3 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in

Teponahuaxtla has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.3") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Teponahuaxtla

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Benito Juárez
Gabriel Montaña Gamboa
Indio Mariano
Niños Heroes
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Radio Stations near Teponahuaxtla

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit 94.5 fm, alica medios MP3 96 kbps
Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA 570, 570 am MP3
La patrona - 94.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La patrona - 95.1 FM [Bocoyna, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Patrona (Acaponeta) - 98.1 FM - XHLH-FM - Alica Medios - Acaponeta, NA 98.1, 98.1 fm MP3

Airports Near Teponahuaxtla

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acaponeta AirportSmall Airport
Dolores Nay AirportSmall Airport
Higuera Gorda AirportSmall Airport
Huaynamota AirportSmall Airport
Huazamota AirstripSmall Airport
Jazmines de Coyultita AirstripSmall Airport
Jesus Maria AirportSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
La Pochoteca AirportSmall Airport
Las Bugambilias AirportSmall Airport
Las Higueras AirportSmall Airport
Las Norias AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirstripSmall Airport
Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul AirportSmall Airport
Los Gavilanes AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Los Huicholes AirstripSmall Airport
Mesa del Nayar AirportSmall Airport
Nahuatl AirstripSmall Airport
Pista Aérea de TuxpanSmall Airport
San Bias AirportSmall Airport
Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National AirportSmall Airport
Zoquipan AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Teponahuaxtla

What is the population of Teponahuaxtla?

Teponahuaxtla has a population of 635 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 367.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Teponahuaxtla?

Teponahuaxtla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Teponahuaxtla?

The job market in Teponahuaxtla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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