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Arroyo Choápam, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Arroyo Choápam is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,576. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1,576 Population 454/sq mi density
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,576
Density454/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain75.3 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Population1,576
Population Density454 / sq mi
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates17.9703°, -96.1572°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.3 inches (1,911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arroyo Choápam

Arroyo Choápam is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,576. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Arroyo Choápam vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arroyo Choápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 75.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates17.9703°N, 96.1572°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.3"
98% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 23.03"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

533 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 143 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 62 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 36 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 96 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 123 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 84 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 74 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 64 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 122 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 112 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 90 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 28 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 294 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 232 km
2021 Grace Category 3 295 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 230 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 241 km
2010 Karl Category 3 124 km
2007 Dean Category 2 285 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 282 km
2005 Stan Category 1 150 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 265 km
1997 Rick Category 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (121 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 121 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 166 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 176 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 190 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 199 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
May 83°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 17.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 23.0 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 19.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 19.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in

Arroyo Choápam has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (23.0") and March the driest (2.1").

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Museums in Arroyo Choápam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sotavento / Casa de Cultura "Narcisa Lopez Quintero"

Farmers Markets in Arroyo Choápam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Díaz Mori
Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón

Breweries in Arroyo Choápam

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervecería Tuxtepec

Stadiums & Teams in Arroyo Choápam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Arroyo Choápam

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Arroyo Choápam

What is the population of Arroyo Choápam?

Arroyo Choápam has a population of 1,576 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 454 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arroyo Choápam?

Arroyo Choápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches.

How is the job market in Arroyo Choápam?

The job market in Arroyo Choápam is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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