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Tlacolula, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Tlacolula is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 2,328. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,328 Population 3,880/sq mi density
502 ft Elevation 153 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tlacolula

Tlacolula

Tlacolula de Matamoros is a city and municipality in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, about 30 km from the center of the city of Oaxaca on Federal Highway 190, which leads east to Mitla and the Isthmus of Tehuantepec.
It is part of the Tlacolula District in the east of the Valles Centrales Region.

People

Population2,328
Density3,880/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Population2,328
Population Density3,880 / sq mi
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Coordinates21.0914°, -97.9596°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (992 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tlacolula

Tlacolula is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 2,328. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Tlacolula vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlacolula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 39.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density3,880/sq mi
Coordinates21.0914°N, 97.9596°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 M4.1 126 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 141 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 138 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 113 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 109 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 133 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 139 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 145 km
Dec 22, 1998 5 km WSW of Almoloya, Mexico M3.5 121 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 71 km
2017 Katia Category 2 105 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 187 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 277 km
2010 Karl Category 3 266 km
2007 Dean Category 2 95 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 111 km
2000 Keith Category 1 127 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 63 km
1993 Gert Category 2 35 km
1990 Diana Category 2 62 km
1988 Debby Category 1 81 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 166 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 1.9 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
March 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in Warmest
August 80°F (26°C) 7.0 in
September 78°F (26°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 6.0 in
November 71°F (21°C) 3.1 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Tlacolula has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 66°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Tlacolula

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 Tlacolula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Cerro Azul

Breweries in Tlacolula

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Oasis
Modelorama

Airports Near Tlacolula

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Cabo Rojo AirstripSmall Airport
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Isla del Toro AirstripSmall Airport
Isla Fronton AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa AirstripSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin 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 Tlacolula

What is the population of Tlacolula?

Tlacolula has a population of 2,328 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,880 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlacolula?

Tlacolula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.

How is the job market in Tlacolula?

The job market in Tlacolula is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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