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El Fortín Alto, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
El Fortín Alto is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 680. Elevation: 7,851 ft (2,393 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 680 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,851 ft (2,393 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6092°, -97.1975° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.0 inches (583 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Fortín Alto
El Fortín Alto is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 7,851 feet (2,393 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Fortín Alto vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 22 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 294 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,851 ft (2,393 m) |
| Area | 22.2 sq mi (57.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6092°N, 97.1975°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 158 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 172 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in |
El Fortín Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 55°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Museums in El Fortín Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros" | ||||
| Museo Comunitario Coixtlahuaca | ||||
| Museo de historia |
Farmers Markets in El Fortín Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Comunitario Distrito | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Eliseo Jimenez Ruiz |
Stadiums & Teams in El Fortín Alto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Fortín Alto
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Fortín Alto?
El Fortín Alto has a population of 680 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 22.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Fortín Alto?
El Fortín Alto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches.
How is the job market in El Fortín Alto?
The job market in El Fortín Alto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.