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El Carrizal, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Carrizal is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 591. Elevation: 3,389 ft (1,033 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

591 Population 4/sq mi density
3,389 ft Elevation 1,033 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
63.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population591
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment9.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Population591
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Coordinates16.5321°, -97.4433°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation63.0 inches (1,600 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Carrizal

El Carrizal is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 591. The city sits at an elevation of 3,389 feet (1,033 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: El Carrizal vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Carrizal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,389 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,389 ft (1,033 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates16.5321°N, 97.4433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.0"
66% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.03"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,280 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 76 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 84 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 126 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 59 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 91 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 85 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 138 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 142 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 39 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 69 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 103 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 105 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 94 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 41 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 48 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 77 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 110 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 45 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 86 km
2024 John Category 3 142 km
2023 Otis Category 5 246 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 129 km
2017 Max Category 1 156 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 49 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 211 km
2010 Karl Category 2 272 km
2006 John Category 3 296 km
1998 Lester Category 2 226 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 62 km
1997 Rick Category 2 75 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 171 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 113 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 126 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 83 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 84 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 71 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 91 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 32 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
April 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 13.0 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 10.8 in
August 74°F (23°C) 11.9 in
September 74°F (23°C) 12.8 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in

El Carrizal has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Carrizal

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 Carrizal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Airports Near El Carrizal

13 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
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall 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 Carrizal

What is the population of El Carrizal?

El Carrizal has a population of 591 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Carrizal?

El Carrizal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Carrizal?

The job market in El Carrizal faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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