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Xochitepec, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Xochitepec is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,135. Elevation: 4,534 ft (1,382 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

1,135 Population 5/sq mi density
4,534 ft Elevation 1,382 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Xochitepec

Xochitepec is a municipio (municipality) of the state of Morelos, in central Mexico. Xochitepec is also the name of its principal township and seat of the municipal government. It is located approximately 13 km (8.1 mi) to the south of the capital of Morelos, Cuernavaca, on the southern outskirts of that city's greater metropolitan area.

People

Population1,135
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Population1,135
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Coordinates18.2283°, -98.8761°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (928 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xochitepec

Xochitepec is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,135. The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 feet (1,382 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 36.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 36 business establishments.

Income: Xochitepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xochitepec 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 270 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 36.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 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 Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Area241.4 sq mi (625.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.2283°N, 98.8761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

401 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 54 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 21 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 36 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 146 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 143 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 46 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 44 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 92 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 70 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 131 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 114 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 82 km
Aug 27, 1997 1 km NNW of El Limón, Mexico M5.0 146 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 53 km
May 21, 1991 4 km SSE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.9 126 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 99 km
May 20, 2014 20 km WSW of Apaxtla de Castrejón, Mexico M4.9 131 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 36 km
Mar 18, 2000 1 km SE of Xochitepec, Mexico M4.8 123 km
Jun 22, 2017 4 km ENE of Tlacotepec, Mexico M4.7 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 133 km
2024 John Category 3 142 km
2023 Otis Category 5 162 km
2021 Grace Category 3 281 km
2017 Max Category 1 170 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 281 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 218 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 298 km
2010 Karl Category 3 231 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 162 km
1997 Rick Category 1 290 km
1996 Boris Category 1 267 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 148 km
1984 Odile Category 2 281 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 138 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 138 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (92 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 92 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 98 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 109 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 122 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 135 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 188 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 191 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 195 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 7.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.4 in
August 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Xochitepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Xochitepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3

Stadiums & Teams in Xochitepec

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Airports Near Xochitepec

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall 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 Xochitepec

What is the population of Xochitepec?

Xochitepec has a population of 1,135 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 241.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xochitepec?

Xochitepec 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 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.

How is the job market in Xochitepec?

The job market in Xochitepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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