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Candelaria Loxicha, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Candelaria Loxicha is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,072. Elevation: 1,483 ft (452 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,072 Population 128/sq mi density
1,483 ft Elevation 452 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Candelaria Loxicha

Candelaria Loxicha

Candelaria Loxicha is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in southern Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 86.8 km2.
It is part of the Pochutla District in the east of the Costa Region.

People

Population2,072
Density128/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)
Population2,072
Population Density128 / sq mi
Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)
Coordinates15.9266°, -96.4919°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Candelaria Loxicha

Candelaria Loxicha is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,072. The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet (452 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: Candelaria Loxicha vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Candelaria Loxicha

Candelaria Loxicha has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32° 2.2
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 22.1° / 32.1° 1.1
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.6° 0.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.8° 5.0
May 29°C / 84°F 24.9° / 33.2° 38.4
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.7° / 32.5° 208.0
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 32.6° 143.7
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.9° 177.4
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 24° / 32.4° 195.3
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 23.6° / 33° 89.9
Nov 28°C / 82°F 22.7° / 33.4° 7.2
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 21.4° / 32.3° 2.3
Candelaria Loxicha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,483 ft (452 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates15.9266°N, 96.4919°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.40"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,440 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 49 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 52 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 146 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 21 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 147 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 88 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 40 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 139 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 34 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 66 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 52 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 29 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 99 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 90 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 141 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 63 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 4 104 km
2024 John Category 3 220 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 10 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 281 km
2017 Max Category 1 271 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 247 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 43 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 248 km
2006 John Category 2 271 km
1998 Lester Category 2 159 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 50 km
1997 Rick Category 2 12 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 262 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 284 km
1984 Boris Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 52 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 85 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 63 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 59 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 149 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 51 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 12.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in

Candelaria Loxicha has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Candelaria Loxicha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Candelaria Loxicha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado El Calvario

Airports Near Candelaria Loxicha

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Candelaria Loxicha

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación

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 Candelaria Loxicha

What is the population of Candelaria Loxicha?

Candelaria Loxicha has a population of 2,072 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Candelaria Loxicha?

Candelaria Loxicha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in Candelaria Loxicha?

Candelaria Loxicha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

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