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Xicotlán, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Xicotlán is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 706. Elevation: 4,196 ft (1,279 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

706 Population 5/sq mi density
4,196 ft Elevation 1,279 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population706
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment10.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation4,196 ft (1,279 m)
Population706
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,196 ft (1,279 m)
Coordinates18.0592°, -98.5246°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xicotlán

Xicotlán is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 706. The city sits at an elevation of 4,196 feet (1,279 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Xicotlán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xicotlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,196 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,196 ft (1,279 m)
Area138.6 sq mi (358.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.0592°N, 98.5246°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.8"
16% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

386 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 143 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 55 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 121 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 146 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 57 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 73 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 142 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 9 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 3 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 62 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 33 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 111 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 79 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 66 km
Aug 27, 1997 1 km NNW of El Limón, Mexico M5.0 148 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 93 km
Sep 16, 1995 1 km SW of Xochistlahuaca, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 135 km
2024 John Category 3 153 km
2023 Otis Category 5 192 km
2021 Grace Category 3 285 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 296 km
2017 Max Category 1 156 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 295 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 186 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 295 km
2010 Karl Category 3 205 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 159 km
1997 Rick Category 2 265 km
1996 Boris Category 1 291 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 138 km
1984 Odile Category 2 296 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 149 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 143 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 108 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 125 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 130 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 140 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 171 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 175 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 175 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 179 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 6.1 in
August 76°F (25°C) 6.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 6.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest

Xicotlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Xicotlán

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Xicotlán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Mixtecayotl

Airports Near Xicotlán

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Xicotlán

What is the population of Xicotlán?

Xicotlán has a population of 706 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 138.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xicotlán?

Xicotlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches.

How is the job market in Xicotlán?

The job market in Xicotlán faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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