Mata Obscura
City in Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Mexico
Overview
Mata Obscura is a small, off-the-beaten-path town set in the lush hills of Veracruz. Its authentic charm, friendly locals, and scenic natural surroundings make it an ideal destination for travelers seeking a quiet, traditional Mexican experience. Visitors will find cozy markets, delicious street food, and easy access to hiking and wildlife.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
19.22°, -96.85°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$718
Local Cost
$420
Local Income
$280
Cashless
30
English
25
Temperature
19.2°C
Summer Avg
21.0°C
Winter Avg
15.9°C
Record High
39.8°C
Record Low
1.4°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1402 mm
Internet Speed
7 Mbps
Upload
4 Mbps
Latency
77 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JAL
Distance
29 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 10 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 30/100.