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Buenavista, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Buenavista is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 647. Elevation: 830 ft (253 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 647 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8211°, -95.0630° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,067 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buenavista
Buenavista is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 647. The city sits at an elevation of 830 feet (253 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Buenavista vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Area | 563.5 sq mi (1,459.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8211°N, 95.0630°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 145 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 98 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 120 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in |
Buenavista has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.5").
Farmers Markets in Buenavista
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre de 1967 | |||||
| Mercado José Murat |
Restaurants in Buenavista
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buenavista
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Buenavista
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTENARIO |
Airports Near Buenavista
4 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 |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Buenavista
What is the population of Buenavista?
Buenavista has a population of 647 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 Buenavista?
Buenavista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.
How is the job market in Buenavista?
The job market in Buenavista is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.