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Arroyo Zapotillo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Arroyo Zapotillo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,174. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1,174 Population 20/sq mi density
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
84.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,174
Density20/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Population1,174
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates18.0764°, -96.5442°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.5 inches (2,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arroyo Zapotillo

Arroyo Zapotillo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,174. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Arroyo Zapotillo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arroyo Zapotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 84.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area59.6 sq mi (154.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates18.0764°N, 96.5442°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.5"
122% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 26.22"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

295 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 M7.0 100 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 104 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 69 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 111 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 68 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 121 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 141 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 140 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 116 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 103 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 102 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 128 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 33 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 149 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 54 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 121 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 131 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 105 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 271 km
2024 John Category 3 299 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 243 km
2021 Grace Category 3 281 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 214 km
2017 Katia Category 1 287 km
2017 Max Category 1 293 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 227 km
2010 Karl Category 3 96 km
2007 Dean Category 2 270 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 270 km
2005 Stan Category 1 183 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 257 km
1997 Rick Category 2 242 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 131 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 142 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 152 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 158 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 165 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 170 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
February 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
March 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in Driest
April 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 21.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 26.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 24.2 in
September 76°F (25°C) 24.3 in
October 74°F (23°C) 13.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 7.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 4.9 in Coldest

Arroyo Zapotillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 69°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 141.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (26.2") and March the driest (2.9").

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Libraries in Arroyo Zapotillo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librería Publica0.0

Airports Near Arroyo Zapotillo

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Ahijadero AirportSmall Airport
El Amate 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
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán 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 Zapotillo

What is the population of Arroyo Zapotillo?

Arroyo Zapotillo has a population of 1,174 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 59.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arroyo Zapotillo?

Arroyo Zapotillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.

How is the job market in Arroyo Zapotillo?

The job market in Arroyo Zapotillo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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