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Tierra Nueva, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Tierra Nueva is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 1,159. Elevation: 1,243 ft (379 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,159 Population 5/sq mi density
1,243 ft Elevation 379 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,159
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Population1,159
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Coordinates18.2101°, -95.0211°
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 Tierra Nueva

Tierra Nueva is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 1,159. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet (379 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 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Tierra Nueva vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tierra Nueva 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 1,243 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

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area248.8 sq mi (644.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.2101°N, 95.0211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.57"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

911 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 M6.6 133 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 89 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 94 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 41 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 115 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 41 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 44 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 95 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 146 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 123 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 94 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 140 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 85 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 73 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 107 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 121 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 107 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 296 km
2021 Grace Category 3 268 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 231 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 253 km
2010 Karl Category 3 166 km
2007 Dean Category 2 235 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 275 km
2005 Stan Category 1 45 km
1997 Rick Category 1 277 km
1990 Diana Category 2 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (44 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 44 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.9 in
July 80°F (26°C) 11.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 10.3 in
September 78°F (26°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 9.3 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in Coldest

Tierra Nueva has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and April the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Tierra Nueva

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Cristóbal Colón
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Radio Stations near Tierra Nueva

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 103.9 (San Andrés Tuxtla) - 103.9 FM - XHDQ-FM - Quatro Media - San Andrés Tuxtla, Veracruz 103.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
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

Museums in Tierra Nueva

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional
Museo Regional Comunitario
Museo y Centro ceremonial "El Ahijado"

Libraries in Tierra Nueva

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal María Boettinger de Álvarez0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0
Biblioteca Pública Cuauhtémoc0.0
Biblioteca y Plaza Comunitaria0.0

Farmers Markets in Tierra Nueva

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Plaza Juárez

Airports Near Tierra Nueva

6 airports within the area.

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

What is the population of Tierra Nueva?

Tierra Nueva has a population of 1,159 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 248.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tierra Nueva?

Tierra Nueva 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 Tierra Nueva?

The job market in Tierra Nueva is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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