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Venta de Ocotillos, Mexico

México · Mexico

Venta de Ocotillos is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,340. Elevation: 8,481 ft (2,585 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,340 Population 7/sq mi density
8,481 ft Elevation 2,585 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,340
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation8,481 ft (2,585 m)
Population1,340
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation8,481 ft (2,585 m)
Coordinates19.4714°, -99.9588°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Venta de Ocotillos

Venta de Ocotillos is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 1,340. The city sits at an elevation of 8,481 feet (2,585 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: Venta de Ocotillos vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Venta de Ocotillos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 31.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,481 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,481 ft (2,585 m)
Area185.2 sq mi (479.7 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates19.4714°N, 99.9588°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 133 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 149 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 147 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 145 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 150 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 126 km
Sep 24, 1991 1 km E of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.8 135 km
Aug 29, 1993 3 km NNE of Querendas, Mexico M4.8 140 km
May 26, 2005 7 km ESE of Cocula, Mexico M4.7 145 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 97 km
May 7, 2024 11 km NNE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M4.5 144 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 75 km
May 22, 2013 2 km SE of Salguero, Mexico M4.4 137 km
Nov 29, 1990 0 km NNE of Changata, Mexico M4.4 148 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 127 km
Jun 21, 1996 4 km ENE of Villa Madero, Mexico M4.3 125 km
Aug 14, 2000 23 km SSW of Carácuaro, Mexico M4.2 147 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 273 km
2024 John Category 2 242 km
2023 Otis Category 5 200 km
2021 Grace Category 3 262 km
2021 Rick Category 2 265 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 276 km
1996 Boris Category 1 248 km
1993 Gert Category 2 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 32 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 46 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 97 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 133 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 142 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 149 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
February 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 59°F (15°C) 6.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 7.5 in Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 6.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Venta de Ocotillos has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 50°F in December to 59°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Venta de Ocotillos

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO DISNEY 102.1 (Toluca) - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Bestia (Toluca) - 103.7 FM - XHQY-FM - Toluca, Estado de México 103.7 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
Crystal (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 93.3 fm, crystal AAC+ 64 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
ULTRA 101.3 (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México 101.3 fm, contemporary hits MP3 96 kbps
AMOR 92.5 (Toluca) - 92.5 FM - XHRJ-FM - Grupo ACIR - Toluca, Estado de México 92.5 fm, acir AAC+ 48 kbps
CRYSTAL 93.3 (Toluca) - 93.3 FM - XHEDT-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 93.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Ultra (Toluca) - 101.3 FM - XHZA-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Toluca, Estado de México 101.3 fm, contemporary MP3 96 kbps
Radio Disney Toluca - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Crystal 93.3 AAC+ 64 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps
W RADIO 102.9 (Toluca) - 102.9 FM - XHTOL-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Toluca, Estado de México 102.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 91.7 FM - XHGEM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 91.7, 91.7 fm MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, EM 1600, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps
UniRadio 99.7 radio college MP3 96 kbps
Crystal 104.9 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
Crystal 106.1 FM banda, entretenimiento AAC+ 64 kbps
MEXIQUENSE RADIO 1600 (Metepec) - 1600 AM - XEGEM-AM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Metepec, Estado de México 1600 am, am MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Venta de Ocotillos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Virreynal de Zinacantepec

Libraries in Venta de Ocotillos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Digital de Amanalco0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Ing. Joaquin Álvila0.0

Farmers Markets in Venta de Ocotillos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado 16 de Septiembre
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal - 1 de Septiembre
Mercado Municipal - 1 de Septiembre
Mercado Municipal Benito Juarez
Mercado Municipal Zinacantepec
Mercado Municipal Zinacantepec
Oxxo
Oxxo
Oxxo

Breweries in Venta de Ocotillos

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Deposito

Stadiums & Teams in Venta de Ocotillos

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Airports Near Venta de Ocotillos

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de Rancho LanzaroteSmall Airport
Jorge Jiménez Cantú National AirportAZPSmall 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 Venta de Ocotillos

What is the population of Venta de Ocotillos?

Venta de Ocotillos has a population of 1,340 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 185.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Venta de Ocotillos?

Venta de Ocotillos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.

How is the job market in Venta de Ocotillos?

The job market in Venta de Ocotillos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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