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Zacatal, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

Zacatal is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 768. Elevation: 2,313 ft (705 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

768 Population 4/sq mi density
2,313 ft Elevation 705 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
56.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population768
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Population768
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Coordinates20.3698°, -97.9816°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,435 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zacatal

Zacatal is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 768. The city sits at an elevation of 2,313 feet (705 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Zacatal vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zacatal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 299 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 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,313 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average71.7°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,313 ft (705 m)
Area176.1 sq mi (456.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates20.3698°N, 97.9816°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

64 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Feb 8, 2016.

Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 97 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 132 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 150 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Nov 3, 2002 8 km SW of José María Morelos, Mexico M4.0 124 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 93 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 96 km
Mar 19, 2000 3 km E of San Antonio Virreyes, Mexico M3.9 114 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Sep 5, 2002 1 km NNW of Juárez Coronaco, Mexico M3.8 125 km
May 23, 1998 3 km SSW of Tequexquináhuac, Mexico M3.8 136 km
Apr 16, 2005 2 km WNW of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.8 147 km
Jun 23, 2005 2 km NE of Santa María Chimalhuacán, Mexico M3.7 144 km
May 9, 2002 7 km N of Colonia Gustavo Baz Prada, Mexico M3.7 146 km
Mar 24, 1998 3 km SSE of San Miguel Coatlinchán, Mexico M3.7 140 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 127 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 129 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 130 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 33 km
2017 Katia Category 2 95 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 150 km
2010 Karl Category 3 205 km
2007 Dean Category 2 73 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 93 km
2000 Keith Category 1 189 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 140 km
1993 Gert Category 2 88 km
1990 Diana Category 2 85 km
1988 Debby Category 1 80 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (95 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 95 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 131 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 134 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 139 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 140 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 149 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 150 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 155 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 164 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 167 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 2.2 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
March 69°F (20°C) 2.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 12.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 14.2 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 13.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 16.6 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 8.8 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Coldest

Zacatal has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in December to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 87.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.6") and January the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near Zacatal

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cafe Romantico Radio AAC 96 kbps
RADIO XICOTEPEC 570 (Xicotepec) - 570 AM - XEVJP-AM - Xicotepec, Puebla 570 am, 92.7 fm AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Zacatal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Arqueológico
Museo de atuendos indígenas de la región
Museo Etnologico Huasteco

Libraries in Zacatal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunitaria0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Zacatal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Honey

Airports Near Zacatal

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Tajín National AirportPAZMedium Airport
Fausto Vega Santander AirportSmall Airport
Los Pipos AirportSmall Airport
Poza Rica AirportSmall 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 Zacatal

What is the population of Zacatal?

Zacatal has a population of 768 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 176.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zacatal?

Zacatal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

How is the job market in Zacatal?

The job market in Zacatal is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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