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El Chocolate, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
El Chocolate is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,101. Elevation: 856 ft (261 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About El Chocolate
Chocolate is a populated place in the municipality of Linares, Nuevo León, Mexico.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,101 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9319°, -95.0895° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Chocolate
El Chocolate is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,101. The city sits at an elevation of 856 feet (261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Chocolate vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 35 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 447.9 sq mi (1,160.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9319°N, 95.0895°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 103 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 126 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (183 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in |
El Chocolate has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (1.0").
Farmers Markets in El Chocolate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre de 1967 | |||||
| Mercado José Murat |
Breweries in El Chocolate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTENARIO |
Airports Near El Chocolate
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Robalo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
| Moralar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Chocolate?
El Chocolate has a population of 1,101 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 447.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Chocolate?
El Chocolate has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.
How is the job market in El Chocolate?
The job market in El Chocolate is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.