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Concepción las Mesas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Concepción las Mesas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 543. Elevation: 1,778 ft (542 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

543 Population 1/sq mi density
1,778 ft Elevation 542 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population543
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation1,778 ft (542 m)
Population543
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,778 ft (542 m)
Coordinates16.8803°, -97.9608°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Concepción las Mesas

Concepción las Mesas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 543. The city sits at an elevation of 1,778 feet (542 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Concepción las Mesas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Concepción las Mesas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,778 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,778 ft (542 m)
Area498.0 sq mi (1,289.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates16.8803°N, 97.9608°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.37"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,357 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 M7.5 143 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 52 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 69 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 55 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 101 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 67 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 82 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 57 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 84 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 51 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 66 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 54 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 98 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 62 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 71 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 134 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 85 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 102 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 71 km
2024 John Category 3 105 km
2023 Otis Category 5 197 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 196 km
2017 Max Category 1 102 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 267 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 43 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 217 km
2010 Karl Category 3 256 km
1998 Lester Category 2 269 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 65 km
1997 Rick Category 2 130 km
1996 Boris Category 1 263 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 111 km
1984 Odile Category 2 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 71 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 132 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 129 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 69 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 52 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 52 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 137 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 101 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 143 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 47 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 78°F (25°C) 11.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 11.3 in
August 77°F (25°C) 11.6 in
September 76°F (25°C) 14.4 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 5.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in

Concepción las Mesas has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 68°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (0.1").

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Libraries in Concepción las Mesas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Concepción las Mesas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal Amuzgos
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Concepción las Mesas

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
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 Concepción las Mesas

What is the population of Concepción las Mesas?

Concepción las Mesas has a population of 543 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 498.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Concepción las Mesas?

Concepción las Mesas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in Concepción las Mesas?

The unemployment rate in Concepción las Mesas is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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