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Tuxtilla, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Tuxtilla is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 2,130. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,130 Population 7/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tuxtilla

Tuxtilla is a municipality located in the south zone in the Mexican state of Veracruz, about 175 km from the state capital Xalapa. It has a surface of 168.62 km2. It is located at 18°14′N 95°8′W. The name comes from the language Náhuatl, Tuz-Tlan.

People

Population2,130
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain75.3 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population2,130
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates18.2389°, -95.8946°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.3 inches (1,911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tuxtilla

Tuxtilla is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 2,130. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 68 business establishments.

Income: Tuxtilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tuxtilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 75.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area302.7 sq mi (784.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates18.2389°N, 95.8946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.3"
98% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.19"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

498 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 67 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 104 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 136 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 5 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 131 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 101 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 52 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 84 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 137 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 69 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 79 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 99 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 60 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 68 km
Dec 20, 1991 11 km E of Suchilapan del Río, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Aug 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Venustiano Carranza (Peña Blanca), Mexico M4.9 138 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 125 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 33 km
Apr 14, 2019 4 km SSE of Constitución Mexicana, Mexico M4.8 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 266 km
2021 Grace Category 3 270 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 209 km
2017 Katia Category 1 291 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 281 km
2010 Karl Category 3 119 km
2007 Dean Category 2 255 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 252 km
2005 Stan Category 1 112 km
1997 Rick Category 1 260 km
1990 Diana Category 2 281 km
1988 Debby Category 1 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (82 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 82 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 170 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 177 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 183 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 187 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
February 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 10.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in

Tuxtilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and April the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Tuxtilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura
Casa de la Cultura "Aurora Ferat de Zamacona"
Museo del Sotavento / Casa de Cultura "Narcisa Lopez Quintero"

Farmers Markets in Tuxtilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Lorenzo Gómez
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón

Breweries in Tuxtilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervecería Tuxtepec

Airports Near Tuxtilla

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Ahijadero AirportSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Tuxtilla

What is the population of Tuxtilla?

Tuxtilla has a population of 2,130 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 302.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tuxtilla?

Tuxtilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches.

How is the job market in Tuxtilla?

The job market in Tuxtilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 68 business establishments in the area.

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