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Veracruz, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Veracruz is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 852. Elevation: 6,598 ft (2,011 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

852 Population 2/sq mi density
6,598 ft Elevation 2,011 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
20.0 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population852
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)
Population852
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)
Coordinates24.0201°, -103.9226°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation20.0 inches (507 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Veracruz

Veracruz is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 852. The city sits at an elevation of 6,598 feet (2,011 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Veracruz vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Veracruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,598 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,598 ft (2,011 m)
Area547.0 sq mi (1,416.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates24.0201°N, 103.9226°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.0"
47% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 137 km
Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 38 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 145 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 255 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 285 km
2018 Willa Category 3 197 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 134 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 197 km
1983 Tico Category 2 273 km
1981 Norma Category 2 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 56 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
August 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in

Veracruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 51°F in January to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and March the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Veracruz

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDGOMedium Airport
El Temazcal AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
Las Escobas AirportSmall Airport
Las Margaritas AirstripSmall Airport
Las Praderas AirportSmall Airport
Ojitos de Santa Lucia AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco del Mezquital AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Veracruz

What is the population of Veracruz?

Veracruz has a population of 852 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 547.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Veracruz?

Veracruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.

How is the job market in Veracruz?

Veracruz has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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