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Coatecas Altas, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Coatecas Altas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,851. Elevation: 5,131 ft (1,564 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Coatecas Altas
Coatecas Altas is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 125.03 km2.
It is part of the Ejutla District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,851 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,131 ft (1,564 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5382°, -96.6679° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Coatecas Altas
Coatecas Altas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,851. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet (1,564 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 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Coatecas Altas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 91 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,131 ft (1,564 m) |
| Area | 48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5382°N, 96.6679°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 101 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 96 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 86 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 69 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 114 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 114 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Coatecas Altas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Farmers Markets in Coatecas Altas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Sta. Ana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez |
Airports Near Coatecas Altas
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Coatecas Altas?
Coatecas Altas has a population of 2,851 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Coatecas Altas?
Coatecas Altas 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 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.
How is the job market in Coatecas Altas?
Coatecas Altas has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 91 business establishments in the area.