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Barreña, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Barreña is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 559. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9355°, -94.9619° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.5 inches (2,096 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barreña
Barreña is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 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 82.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Barreña vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 563.5 sq mi (1,459.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9355°N, 94.9619°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 114 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 136 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (184 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 184 km |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 13.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in |
Barreña has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 82.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.6") and April the driest (1.3").
Farmers Markets in Barreña
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre de 1967 | |||||
| Mercado José Murat |
Restaurants in Barreña
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Barreña
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTENARIO |
Airports Near Barreña
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Robalo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
| Moralar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Barreña
What is the population of Barreña?
Barreña has a population of 559 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 563.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barreña?
Barreña 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 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.5 inches.
How is the job market in Barreña?
The job market in Barreña is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.