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Chapultepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Chapultepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 675. Elevation: 8,005 ft (2,440 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

675 Population 5/sq mi density
8,005 ft Elevation 2,440 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population675
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation8,005 ft (2,440 m)
Population675
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation8,005 ft (2,440 m)
Coordinates16.9844°, -97.5765°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,076 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chapultepec

Chapultepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 675. The city sits at an elevation of 8,005 feet (2,440 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Chapultepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chapultepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,005 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,005 ft (2,440 m)
Area132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates16.9844°N, 97.5765°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,962 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 124 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 111 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 89 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 79 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 124 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 99 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 124 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 69 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 103 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 93 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 137 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 103 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 96 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 79 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 78 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 117 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 70 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 108 km
2024 John Category 3 147 km
2023 Otis Category 5 239 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 174 km
2017 Max Category 1 144 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 64 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 246 km
2010 Karl Category 3 228 km
1998 Lester Category 2 276 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 101 km
1997 Rick Category 2 127 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 152 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 112 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 111 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 89 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 89 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 121 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 124 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 9.6 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 8.0 in
August 62°F (17°C) 8.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 7.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Chapultepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 58°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Chapultepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Airports Near Chapultepec

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 Chapultepec

What is the population of Chapultepec?

Chapultepec has a population of 675 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chapultepec?

Chapultepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.

How is the job market in Chapultepec?

The job market in Chapultepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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