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El Espinal, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
El Espinal is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 7,823. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 7,823 |
| Population Density | 163 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4857°, -95.0401° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.1 inches (968 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Espinal
El Espinal is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 7,823. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Espinal vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 250 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 48.0 sq mi (124.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 163/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4857°N, 95.0401°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 123 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 84 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 104 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 78 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
El Espinal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in El Espinal
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preescolar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela primaria "12 de octubre" | - | - | - | - |
Museums in El Espinal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Casa de La cultura de Juchitan |
Libraries in El Espinal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de la Estacion del Tren | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Espinal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "El Mercadito" | |||||
| Mercado "5 de Septiembre" | |||||
| Mercado 5 de Septiembre | |||||
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Municipal "Jesús Carranza" |
Hotels in El Espinal
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Espinal
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Espinal
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Espinal
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in El Espinal
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Espinal
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in El Espinal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc |
Stadiums & Teams in El Espinal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Espinal
3 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 |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Espinal
What is the population of El Espinal?
El Espinal has a population of 7,823 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 163 people per square mile, spread across 48.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Espinal?
El Espinal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches.
How is the job market in El Espinal?
The job market in El Espinal is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 250 business establishments in the area.