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Cosoltepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Cosoltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 379. Elevation: 6,014 ft (1,833 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

379 Population 1/sq mi density
6,014 ft Elevation 1,833 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population379
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Population379
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Coordinates18.1422°, -97.7905°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cosoltepec

Cosoltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 379. The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet (1,833 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 12 business establishments.

Income: Cosoltepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cosoltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,014 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,014 ft (1,833 m)
Area538.2 sq mi (1,393.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.1422°N, 97.7905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

230 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 87 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 46 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 65 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 98 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 71 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 77 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 32 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 95 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 46 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 123 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 22 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 82 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 56 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 146 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 55 km
Apr 5, 1997 11 km NNE of San Vicente Piñas, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 190 km
2024 John Category 3 208 km
2023 Otis Category 5 266 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 290 km
2021 Grace Category 3 262 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 242 km
2017 Katia Category 1 283 km
2017 Max Category 1 199 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 183 km
2010 Karl Category 3 134 km
2007 Dean Category 2 267 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 272 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 201 km
1997 Rick Category 2 257 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 189 km
1988 Debby Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 113 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 125 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 130 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 131 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 144 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 146 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 161 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 165 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 175 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Cosoltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Cosoltepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cosoltepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario paleontologico

Airports Near Cosoltepec

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Cosoltepec

What is the population of Cosoltepec?

Cosoltepec has a population of 379 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 538.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cosoltepec?

Cosoltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

How is the job market in Cosoltepec?

Cosoltepec has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 12 business establishments in the area.

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