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Agua del Sol, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Agua del Sol is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 737. Elevation: 4,974 ft (1,516 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

737 Population 15/sq mi density
4,974 ft Elevation 1,516 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population737
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Population737
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Coordinates16.4715°, -96.7314°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Agua del Sol

Agua del Sol is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 737. The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet (1,516 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Agua del Sol vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Agua del Sol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates16.4715°N, 96.7314°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,510 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 51 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 101 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 133 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 80 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 112 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 134 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 109 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 120 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 87 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 66 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 118 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 41 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 121 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Nov 10, 2001 4 km SSW of El Carrizo, Mexico M5.5 144 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 136 km
2024 John Category 3 209 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 73 km
2017 Max Category 1 233 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 284 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 73 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 258 km
2010 Karl Category 1 270 km
1998 Lester Category 2 219 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 88 km
1997 Rick Category 2 65 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 101 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 101 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 89 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 59 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 108 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 112 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 71°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Agua del Sol has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Agua del Sol

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near Agua del Sol

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec 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 Agua del Sol

What is the population of Agua del Sol?

Agua del Sol has a population of 737 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Agua del Sol?

Agua del Sol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.

How is the job market in Agua del Sol?

The job market in Agua del Sol is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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