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Cieneguilla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Cieneguilla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,330. Elevation: 5,315 ft (1,620 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,330 Population 13/sq mi density
5,315 ft Elevation 1,620 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
58.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Cieneguilla

Cieneguillas is a town in the Mexican state of Zacatecas. It is located in the state's centre and lies within the municipality of Zacatecas. The city has 2,200 inhabitants, which makes it the second most populous settlement in the municipality, after the municipal seat and state capital, the city of Zacatecas, within whose more lavish urban confines Cieneguillas lies.

People

Population1,330
Density13/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation5,315 ft (1,620 m)
Population1,330
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation5,315 ft (1,620 m)
Coordinates16.3235°, -97.3176°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation58.5 inches (1,486 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cieneguilla

Cieneguilla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,330. The city sits at an elevation of 5,315 feet (1,620 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: Cieneguilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cieneguilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,315 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,315 ft (1,620 m)
Area102.0 sq mi (264.1 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates16.3235°N, 97.3176°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.01"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,308 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 51 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 148 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 146 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 99 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 71 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 89 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 96 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 119 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 50 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 69 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 122 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 107 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 53 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 56 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 44 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 113 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 104 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 78 km
2024 John Category 3 145 km
2023 Otis Category 5 254 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 103 km
2017 Max Category 1 174 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 25 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 201 km
2010 Karl Category 1 292 km
2006 John Category 3 277 km
1998 Lester Category 2 204 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 47 km
1997 Rick Category 2 49 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 296 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 11 128 km
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 148 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 146 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m - 98 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m - 146 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 99 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 45 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m - 89 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake - 18 50 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake - - 149 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake - 24 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 12.0 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 9.2 in
August 69°F (20°C) 10.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 11.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in

Cieneguilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Cieneguilla

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria - - - -
Escuela Telesecundaria - - - -
Escuela Preescolar - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cieneguilla

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Cieneguilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Clinics in Cieneguilla

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clínica

Airports Near Cieneguilla

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda Airport-Small Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport-Small Airport
El Carrizal Airstrip-Small Airport
La Laguna Airport-Small Airport
Las Cuevas Airstrip-Small Airport
Pista del Centro-Small Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport-Small Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.-Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport-Small Airport
Tututepec Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cieneguilla

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia católica

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 Cieneguilla

What is the population of Cieneguilla?

Cieneguilla has a population of 1,330 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 102.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cieneguilla?

Cieneguilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches.

How is the job market in Cieneguilla?

The job market in Cieneguilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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