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Barranca Seca, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Barranca Seca is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 572. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 572 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.3122°, -96.7397° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.6 inches (2,478 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barranca Seca
Barranca Seca is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 572. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Barranca Seca vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.3122°N, 96.7397°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 97 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 109 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 138 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 151 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 165 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 19.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 23.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 22.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 22.2 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
Barranca Seca has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 129.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (23.6") and March the driest (2.7").
Museums in Barranca Seca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Sabina’s House |
Libraries in Barranca Seca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca La Asunción | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Barranca Seca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasto Pineda |
Airports Near Barranca Seca
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Barranca Seca?
Barranca Seca has a population of 572 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barranca Seca?
Barranca Seca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.6 inches.
How is the job market in Barranca Seca?
Barranca Seca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.