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El Duraznal, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Duraznal is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 518. Elevation: 6,066 ft (1,849 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

518 Population 12/sq mi density
6,066 ft Elevation 1,849 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
47.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population518
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation6,066 ft (1,849 m)
Population518
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation6,066 ft (1,849 m)
Coordinates17.0308°, -96.1680°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.5 inches (1,206 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Duraznal

El Duraznal is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 518. The city sits at an elevation of 6,066 feet (1,849 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: El Duraznal vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Duraznal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,066 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,066 ft (1,849 m)
Area41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates17.0308°N, 96.1680°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.5"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,307 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 135 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 128 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 128 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 91 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 125 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 14 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 117 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 147 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 148 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 120 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 35 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 98 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 104 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 109 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 121 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 222 km
2024 John Category 3 288 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 128 km
2017 Max Category 1 293 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 257 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 158 km
2010 Karl Category 3 218 km
2005 Stan Category 1 220 km
1998 Lester Category 2 282 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 167 km
1997 Rick Category 1 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 10 128 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 90 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 98 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (200 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 66°F (19°C) 8.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 7.6 in
August 64°F (18°C) 8.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 8.7 in Wettest
October 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
December 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in

El Duraznal has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 60°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.8").

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Museums in El Duraznal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Frisell de Arte Zapoteca Mitla

Libraries in El Duraznal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca de la escuela primaria FLORES MAGON0.0

Farmers Markets in El Duraznal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near El Duraznal

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 Duraznal

What is the population of El Duraznal?

El Duraznal has a population of 518 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Duraznal?

El Duraznal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.

How is the job market in El Duraznal?

The job market in El Duraznal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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