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El Frutillo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Frutillo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 520. Elevation: 1,496 ft (456 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

520 Population 23/sq mi density
1,496 ft Elevation 456 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population520
Density23/mi²

Economy

Unemployment13.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Population520
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Coordinates16.4942°, -97.7762°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Frutillo

El Frutillo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet (456 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: El Frutillo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Frutillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area22.3 sq mi (57.7 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates16.4942°N, 97.7762°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.19"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,462 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 M7.5 102 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 49 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 93 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 25 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 65 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 50 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 104 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 11 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 45 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 70 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 123 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 71 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 59 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 95 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 19 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 88 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 24 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 64 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 12 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 39 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 60 km
2024 John Category 3 110 km
2023 Otis Category 5 210 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 154 km
2017 Max Category 1 122 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 267 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 13 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 188 km
2010 Karl Category 1 287 km
2006 John Category 3 283 km
1998 Lester Category 2 224 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 57 km
1997 Rick Category 2 83 km
1996 Boris Category 1 267 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 138 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 77 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 141 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 93 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 47 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 49 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 95 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 65 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 5 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 11.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 12.0 in
September 76°F (25°C) 13.2 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 5.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in

El Frutillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.2") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Frutillo

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 Frutillo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado municipal

Airports Near El Frutillo

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall 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 Frutillo

What is the population of El Frutillo?

El Frutillo has a population of 520 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 22.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Frutillo?

El Frutillo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in El Frutillo?

The job market in El Frutillo faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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