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Crucecita, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Crucecita is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 15,130. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 15,130 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7689°, -96.1350° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.8 inches (1,214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Crucecita
Crucecita is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 15,130. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Crucecita vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 484 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Crucecita
Crucecita has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 862 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7689°N, 96.1350°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 | 19 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 69 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 48 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 101 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 116 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 12 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
Crucecita has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Crucecita
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad del Mar Campus Huatulco | University | — | — |
Schools in Crucecita
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Adolfo López Mateos | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Federico Froebel | — | — | — | — |
| Secundaria General "Juan Jacobo Rousseau" | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Francisco Gabilondo Soler | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Macedonio Alcala | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica No. 144 | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto México de Huatulco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica No. 217 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Niños Héroes | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Manuel Cervantes | — | — | — | — |
| COBAO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Siglo XXI | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Crucecita
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Crucecita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parque Eco-arqueológico Copalita |
Farmers Markets in Crucecita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 3 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado de artesanias de Santa Cruz Huatulco | |||||
| Mercado Organico de Huatulco |
Hotels in Crucecita
77 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Crucecita
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Crucecita
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Crucecita
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Crucecita
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Crucecita
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Crucecita
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Crucecita
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Crucecita
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Crucecita
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Crucecita
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Crucecita
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Crucecita
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Crucecita
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Crucecita
What is the population of Crucecita?
Crucecita has a population of 15,130 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Crucecita?
Crucecita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches.
How is the job market in Crucecita?
The job market in Crucecita is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 484 business establishments in the area.