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Xalacahuantla, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Xalacahuantla is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 543. Elevation: 3,658 ft (1,115 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

543 Population 6/sq mi density
3,658 ft Elevation 1,115 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population543
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Population543
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Coordinates20.7863°, -98.4926°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xalacahuantla

Xalacahuantla is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 543. The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet (1,115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Xalacahuantla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xalacahuantla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,658 ft (1,115 m)
Area92.7 sq mi (240.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates20.7863°N, 98.4926°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.06"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 118 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 142 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 99 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 113 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 80 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 112 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 108 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 112 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 68 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 89 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 112 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 132 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 64 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 68 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 128 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 91 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 85 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 88 km
2017 Katia Category 2 146 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 216 km
2010 Karl Category 3 275 km
2007 Dean Category 2 128 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 148 km
2000 Keith Category 1 191 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 122 km
1993 Gert Category 2 40 km
1990 Diana Category 2 114 km
1988 Debby Category 1 124 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (164 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 164 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 166 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 179 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 197 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
February 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 2.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 10.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.9 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 69°F (21°C) 7.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
December 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Xalacahuantla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 62°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and March the driest (1.9").

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Museums in Xalacahuantla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Yahualica
Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán

Libraries in Xalacahuantla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibioteca José P Cabrera Licona0.0
Diego Isidro0.0
El Porvenir0.0
Ing. Luis Flores Pérez0.0
Prof. Carlos Rodríguez C.0.0

Farmers Markets in Xalacahuantla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Tianguis

Airports Near Xalacahuantla

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Xalacahuantla

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

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 Xalacahuantla

What is the population of Xalacahuantla?

Xalacahuantla has a population of 543 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 92.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xalacahuantla?

Xalacahuantla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Xalacahuantla?

Xalacahuantla has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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