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El Arador, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Arador is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,533. Elevation: 4,436 ft (1,352 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,533 Population 6/sq mi density
4,436 ft Elevation 1,352 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
57.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,533
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment11.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Population1,533
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Coordinates16.5411°, -97.1819°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation57.4 inches (1,457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Arador

El Arador is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,533. The city sits at an elevation of 4,436 feet (1,352 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: El Arador vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Arador enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,436 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Area262.6 sq mi (680.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates16.5411°N, 97.1819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.4"
51% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,086 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 60 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 112 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 145 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 87 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 114 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 113 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 66 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 92 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 130 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 122 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 132 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 65 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 78 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 74 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 85 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 117 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 105 km
2024 John Category 3 167 km
2023 Otis Category 5 273 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 110 km
2017 Max Category 1 184 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 51 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 229 km
2010 Karl Category 2 265 km
1998 Lester Category 2 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 75 km
1997 Rick Category 2 71 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 11 141 km
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 145 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 150 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 111 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 137 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 112 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 59 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 114 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 9.5 in
August 71°F (22°C) 10.5 in
September 71°F (21°C) 11.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in

El Arador has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near El Arador

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 El Arador

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Airports Near El Arador

12 airports within the area.

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

What is the population of El Arador?

El Arador has a population of 1,533 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 262.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Arador?

El Arador enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.

How is the job market in El Arador?

The job market in El Arador faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

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