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Barra de Navidad, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Barra de Navidad is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 705. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

705 Population 4/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population705
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population705
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates15.8222°, -97.0217°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Barra de Navidad

Barra de Navidad is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 705. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Barra de Navidad vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Barra de Navidad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area173.3 sq mi (448.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates15.8222°N, 97.0217°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.96"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,888 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 28 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 149 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 109 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 120 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 113 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 140 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 109 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 78 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 103 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 103 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 105 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 31 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 98 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 140 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 109 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 143 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 63 km
2024 John Category 3 162 km
2023 Otis Category 5 271 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 47 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 261 km
2017 Max Category 1 223 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 13 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 192 km
2006 John Category 3 234 km
1998 Lester Category 2 147 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 19 km
1997 Rick Category 2 21 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 247 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 231 km
1984 Boris Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 10 109 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 141 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 147 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 120 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 149 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 23 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 113 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 109 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 100 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 90 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
February 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
May 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 80°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in

Barra de Navidad has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Barra de Navidad

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Preescolar Miguel Hidalgo
Escuela Primaria General Ignacio Mariscal
Escuela Primaria Vicente Guerrero Arroyo del Zapote
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Farmers Markets in Barra de Navidad

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Zicatela

Restaurants in Barra de Navidad

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comedor Familiar Magda

Clinics in Barra de Navidad

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa de Salud
Casa de Salud Barra de Navidad
Consultorio Médico Barra Medical Center

Gas Stations in Barra de Navidad

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Breweries in Barra de Navidad

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nodo Brewhaus

Airports Near Barra de Navidad

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
Tututepec 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 Barra de Navidad

What is the population of Barra de Navidad?

Barra de Navidad has a population of 705 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 173.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barra de Navidad?

Barra de Navidad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

How is the job market in Barra de Navidad?

The job market in Barra de Navidad is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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