Mexico Xalapa Mission
The Mexico Xalapa Mission is one of 35 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico, centered on Xalapa. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized30 June 2012
- Mission leadersCarlos Gabriel and Dayalsi Prieto began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the San Salvador El Salvador Temple, about 55 mi (88 km) from Xalapa.
- WeatherNear Xalapa, the warmest month is usually May (average high about 89°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 60°F / 16°C), with roughly 2,157 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are October.
- The Church hereMexico has about 1,572,287 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Av. Arco Vial Sur No. 738 loc.5, Col. Lomas Verdes, 91098 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Carlos Gabriel and Dayalsi Prieto
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: hot-summer, very-wet · about 2157 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Oct.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73°F / 23°C | 60°F / 16°C | 162 mm |
| Feb | 76°F / 25°C | 62°F / 16°C | 120 mm |
| Mar | 81°F / 27°C | 65°F / 18°C | 123 mm |
| Apr | 85°F / 29°C | 69°F / 20°C | 106 mm |
| May | 89°F / 32°C | 73°F / 23°C | 123 mm |
| Jun | 87°F / 31°C | 73°F / 23°C | 236 mm |
| Jul | 87°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 161 mm |
| Aug | 87°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 203 mm |
| Sep | 86°F / 30°C | 72°F / 22°C | 258 mm |
| Oct | 82°F / 28°C | 69°F / 21°C | 326 mm |
| Nov | 78°F / 26°C | 65°F / 18°C | 188 mm |
| Dec | 75°F / 24°C | 62°F / 17°C | 159 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Spanish
Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- San Salvador El Salvador Temple — Operating (21 August 2011) · about 55 mi (88 km) from Xalapa
- Veracruz Mexico Temple — Operating (9 July 2000) · about 56 mi (90 km) from Xalapa
- Puebla Mexico Temple — Operating (19 May 2024) · about 91 mi (146 km) from Xalapa
- Tula Mexico Temple — Announced (2 October 2022) · about 120 mi (193 km) from Xalapa
The Church in Mexico
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 1,572,287
- Congregations
- 1,875 (1,401 Wards, 474 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 34
- Operating Temples
- 14
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Mexico_City
- Currency
- MXN
- Country code
- +52
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 30 June 2012
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greet everyone in the room; a light handshake or cheek kiss among women is common.
- Use "usted" with older people.
- Family and hospitality are central; accept food graciously.
- Drink only bottled or filtered water.
Foods: Tacos, tamales, and enchiladas, Pozole, Mole, Fresh fruit with chili and lime
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Mexico Xalapa Mission Moms Group
- Mexico Xalapa Mission Moms (LDS) Group
- Xalapa Mexico Mission Facebook Group
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Mexico Xalapa Mission?
The mission leaders are Carlos Gabriel and Dayalsi Prieto, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.
What is the Mexico Xalapa Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Av. Arco Vial Sur No. 738 loc.5, Col. Lomas Verdes, 91098 Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Mexico Xalapa Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Mexico Xalapa Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Mexico Xalapa Mission?
Near Xalapa, the warmest month is usually May (average high about 89°F / 32°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 60°F / 16°C), with roughly 2,157 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are October. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Mexico Xalapa Mission?
Operating temples nearby include San Salvador El Salvador Temple (about 88 km), Veracruz Mexico Temple (about 90 km) and Puebla Mexico Temple (about 146 km).
When was the Mexico Xalapa Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 30 June 2012.
Other missions in Mexico
Other missions nearby
- Mexico Aguascalientes Mission
- Mexico Cancún Mission
- Mexico Chihuahua Mission
- Mexico Ciudad Juárez Mission
- Mexico Cuautla Mission
- Mexico Cuernavaca Mission
- Mexico Culiacán Mission
- Mexico Guadalajara East Mission
- Mexico Guadalajara Mission
- Mexico Hermosillo Mission
- Mexico Mexicali Mission
- Mexico Mexico City East Mission
- Mexico Mexico City North Mission
- Mexico Mexico City Northwest Mission
- Mexico Mexico City South Mission
- Mexico Mexico City Southeast Mission
- Mexico Mexico City West Mission
- Mexico Monterrey East Mission
- Mexico Monterrey West Mission
- Mexico Mérida Mission
- Mexico Oaxaca Mission
- Mexico Pachuca Mission
- Mexico Puebla East Mission
- Mexico Puebla North Mission
- Mexico Puebla South Mission
- Mexico Querétaro Mission
- Mexico Saltillo Mission
- Mexico Tampico Mission
- Mexico Tijuana Mission
- Mexico Torreón Mission
- Mexico Tula Mission
- Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission
- Mexico Veracruz Mission
- Mexico Villahermosa Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources