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Tierra Negra, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Tierra Negra is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,079. Elevation: 3,957 ft (1,206 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

1,079 Population 6/sq mi density
3,957 ft Elevation 1,206 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,079
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Population1,079
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Coordinates20.2433°, -97.9567°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tierra Negra

Tierra Negra is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,079. The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet (1,206 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Tierra Negra vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tierra Negra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Area176.1 sq mi (456.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates20.2433°N, 97.9567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 19.25"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

87 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 17, 2019.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 84 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 129 km
Sep 28, 2011 Gulf of America M4.1 148 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Jan 21, 2002 2 km S of El Carmen, Mexico M4.1 139 km
Mar 21, 1998 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Apr 21, 1998 central Mexico M4.1 149 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Sep 21, 1998 1 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 115 km
Nov 3, 2002 8 km SW of José María Morelos, Mexico M4.0 110 km
Sep 22, 1998 3 km WNW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Apr 27, 1998 4 km SW of San Nicolás de los Ranchos, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 131 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 100 km
Sep 23, 1998 1 km NW of Xalitzintla, Mexico M3.9 142 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Feb 22, 2003 1 km S of San Lucas Atzala, Mexico M3.8 140 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 127 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 39 km
2017 Katia Category 2 98 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 144 km
2010 Karl Category 3 192 km
2007 Dean Category 2 74 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 94 km
2000 Keith Category 1 199 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 153 km
1993 Gert Category 2 102 km
1990 Diana Category 2 93 km
1988 Debby Category 1 85 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (82 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 82 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 119 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 120 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 126 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 130 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 138 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 141 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 141 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 153 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 153 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 14.5 in
July 58°F (15°C) 16.3 in
August 71°F (22°C) 16.5 in
September 70°F (21°C) 19.3 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 10.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in

Tierra Negra has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 52°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 98.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (19.3") and March the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near Tierra Negra

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla 570 am, 92.7 fm AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Tierra Negra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Arqueológico
Museo de atuendos indígenas de la región
Museo Etnologico Huasteco

Libraries in Tierra Negra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunitaria0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Airports Near Tierra Negra

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall 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 Tierra Negra

What is the population of Tierra Negra?

Tierra Negra has a population of 1,079 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 176.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tierra Negra?

Tierra Negra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Tierra Negra?

The job market in Tierra Negra is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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