About Jalapa
Xalapa or Jalapa, officially Xalapa-Enríquez, is the capital city of the Mexican state of Veracruz and the name of the surrounding municipality. In 2020 census the city reported a population of 443,063 and the municipality of which it serves as municipal seat reported a population of 488,531. The municipality has an area of 118.45 km2. Xalapa lies near the geographic center of the state and is the second-largest city in the state after the city of Veracruz to the southeast.
Best time to visit Jalapa
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Jalapa is March to May and November, when average daytime highs are around 70–83°F and rain falls on about 8 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Jalapa weather forecast
- Thu 22 Oct 72° 57° 89%
- Fri 23 Oct 71° 56° 78%
- Sat 24 Oct 71° 55° 18%
- Sun 25 Oct 69° 61° 53%
- Mon 26 Oct 67° 57° 53%
- Tue 27 Oct 70° 57° 37%
Know before you go
- Currency
- Mexican peso (MXN)1 US dollar ≈ $18.6
- Language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +52
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- America/Mexico_CityUTC−6
- Capital
- Mexico City
Upcoming public holidays in Mexico
- Revolution DayDía de la Revolución
- Christmas DayNavidad
- New Year's DayAño Nuevo
- Constitution DayDía de la Constitución
- Benito Juárez's birthdayNatalicio de Benito Juárez
- Labour DayDía del Trabajo
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Jalapa
These are the airports closest to central Jalapa. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- JAL El Lencero Airport9 mi (14 km) from the city centre
Getting around Jalapa
Hilly, densely constructed Xalapa is one of the world's great scooter cities. Rent one and the back areas of the city really open up for exploration.
Jalapa travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Jalapa?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Jalapa is March to May and November, when average daytime highs are around 70–83°F and rain falls on about 8 days a month.
What is the weather like in Jalapa?
May is usually the warmest month in Jalapa, with average highs of 83°F (29°C). January is the coolest, with average lows of 53°F (12°C). The wettest month is typically June, with about 328 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Jalapa?
El Lencero Airport (JAL) is the closest airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from the centre of Jalapa.
What currency is used in Jalapa?
Jalapa uses the Mexican peso (MXN). At the latest exchange rate, 1 US dollar ≈ $18.6.
What time zone is Jalapa in?
Jalapa uses the America/Mexico_City time zone (currently UTC−6). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
How do I get around Jalapa?
Hilly, densely constructed Xalapa is one of the world's great scooter cities. Rent one and the back areas of the city really open up for exploration.
