Zempoala, Hidalgo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zempoala
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Municipality and town
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 Zempoala
Location in Hidalgo
Zempoala
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | Hidalgo |
| Municipal seat | Zempoala |
| Area | |
| • Total | 305.8 km2 (118.1 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 57,906 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central) |
Zempoala is a town and a municipality in central-eastern Mexico. It is located in the state of Hidalgo. The Zempoala area covers about 319.78 square kilometers.
The name Zempoala comes from the Nahuatl language. "Cempoalli" means "twenty" and "tlan" means "place." So, Zempoala means "place of twenties." This name likely refers to a market that used to be held there every twenty days. In 2020, about 57,906 people lived in the municipality.
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History of Zempoala
Ancient Times: Toltecs and Chichimecs
Zempoala was a very important place long ago, even before the Spanish arrived. Two main groups of people lived there: the Toltecs and the Chichimecs. The Chichimecs came to Zempoala around the year 1120. They were led by a ruler named King Xolotl.
By 1167, Zempoala had become the main city of its region. King Xolotl's son, Nopaltzin, ruled it. Later, in 1430, the area became part of the powerful Texcoco kingdom.
Spanish Arrival and Important Buildings
In 1540, people from Spain arrived in Zempoala. Juan Pérez de Gama was the first Spanish encomendero (a person in charge of the land and its people) in Zempoala.
A very special building project happened between 1553 and 1570. This was the Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque. An aqueduct is like a bridge that carries water. This one was built to bring water from Zempoala to another town called Otumba. In 2015, this amazing aqueduct was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it is a very important place that should be protected for everyone to see.
Zempoala Becomes a "Magic Town"
On December 1, 2020, the city of Zempoala received a special title. It was named a Pueblo Mágico, which means "Magic Town." This title is given to towns in Mexico that have special natural beauty, rich history, or unique traditions.
Geography and Climate
Zempoala's Weather Patterns
Zempoala has a climate that changes throughout the year. The warmest months are usually April and May, with temperatures around 79 degrees Fahrenheit (26 degrees Celsius). The coolest months are December and January, with temperatures around 66-67 degrees Fahrenheit (19 degrees Celsius).
The area gets most of its rain during the summer months, from June to September. July is usually the wettest month. The drier months are from November to February.
| Climate data for Zempoala | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 19.4 (66.9) |
20.8 (69.4) |
24.1 (75.4) |
26.0 (78.8) |
26.2 (79.2) |
24.5 (76.1) |
23.4 (74.1) |
23.2 (73.8) |
23 (73) |
22.0 (71.6) |
20.7 (69.3) |
19.3 (66.7) |
22.7 (72.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 2 (36) |
3.1 (37.6) |
4.7 (40.5) |
6.3 (43.3) |
7.3 (45.1) |
7.6 (45.7) |
7.7 (45.9) |
7.4 (45.3) |
7 (45) |
6.0 (42.8) |
4.2 (39.6) |
3.1 (37.6) |
5.6 (42.1) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 13 (0.5) |
10 (0.4) |
20 (0.8) |
41 (1.6) |
58 (2.3) |
86 (3.4) |
97 (3.8) |
84 (3.3) |
64 (2.5) |
30 (1.2) |
15 (0.6) |
5.1 (0.2) |
520 (20.6) |
| Source: Weatherbase | |||||||||||||
Images for kids
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The Zempoala Municipal Building, a key landmark in the town.
See also
- In Spanish: Municipio de Zempoala (Hidalgo) para niños
