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Xicoténcatl, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

Xicoténcatl is a small city in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 9,593. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

9,593 Population 23/sq mi density
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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About Xicoténcatl

Xicoténcatl

Xicoténcatl is a city and its surrounding municipality in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. On March 15, 1751, it was founded as Villa de Escandón. On October 27, 1828, it was renamed Xicoténcatl.

People

Population9,593
Density23/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Population9,593
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates22.9980°, -98.9406°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,013 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xicoténcatl

Xicoténcatl is a small city in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 9,593. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 307 business establishments.

Income: Xicoténcatl vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)307

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xicoténcatl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area414.2 sq mi (1,072.7 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates22.9980°N, 98.9406°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 121 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 124 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 146 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 78 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ingrid (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Ingrid Category 1 251 km
2010 Alex Category 2 89 km
2005 Emily Category 3 224 km
2003 Erika Category 1 280 km
2000 Keith Category 1 116 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 201 km
1993 Gert Category 2 221 km
1990 Diana Category 2 282 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 173 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in
June 85°F (29°C) 7.7 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 5.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in

Xicoténcatl has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 65°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and February the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Xicoténcatl

Institution Type Founded Website
COBAT College
Primaria Valentín Gómez Farías College

Radio Stations near Xicoténcatl

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BONITA 91.1 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.1 FM - XHECM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
EXA FM 91.9 (Ciudad Mante) - 91.9 FM - XHRLM-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Mante, Tamaulipas 91.9 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Xicoténcatl

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Interpretativo Ecológico

Farmers Markets in Xicoténcatl

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercaso Municipal

Hotels in Xicoténcatl

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel "Xicotencatl"

Gas Stations in Xicoténcatl

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Banks in Xicoténcatl

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

"Banco del Bienestar"

Gyms in Xicoténcatl

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gimnasio Multidisciplinario

Breweries in Xicoténcatl

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El Tigre
Kokys
Modelorama

Airports Near Xicoténcatl

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
Aero Fumigaciones David AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones El Primo AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Quila AirportSmall Airport
Alicia AirportSmall Airport
Anna AirstripSmall Airport
Benny AirportSmall Airport
Betty AirportSmall Airport
Campo Verde AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Mante Los Huastecas National AirportMMCSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
Ejido González AirportSmall Airport
El Jefe AirstripSmall Airport
El Limonal AirportSmall Airport
El Palmar Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
El Paraiso AirportSmall Airport
El Retoño AirportSmall Airport
El Rocio AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe de Llera AirportSmall Airport
Husky AirportSmall Airport
La Chijolosa AirportSmall Airport
La Jaiba AirportSmall Airport
La Lomita AirstripSmall Airport
La Nueva Gloria AirportSmall Airport
La Palma AirportSmall Airport
Lindavista AirstripSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Los Barrancos AirportSmall Airport
Manantiales AirportSmall Airport
Montañas del Gualul AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Ocotlán AirportSmall Airport
Promesa AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Don Ricardo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Bernal AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Casco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Misión AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Pinos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Peñitas AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirportSmall Airport
Tancasneque AirportSmall Airport
Xicoténcatl AirportSmall 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 Xicoténcatl

What is the population of Xicoténcatl?

Xicoténcatl has a population of 9,593 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 414.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xicoténcatl?

Xicoténcatl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.

How is the job market in Xicoténcatl?

The job market in Xicoténcatl is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 307 business establishments in the area.

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