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El Vigía, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Vigía is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 703. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

703 Population 43/sq mi density
587 ft Elevation 179 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population703
Density43/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Population703
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Coordinates15.7206°, -96.4701°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Vigía

El Vigía is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 703. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: El Vigía vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in El Vigía

El Vigía has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32° 2.2
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 22.1° / 32.1° 1.1
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.6° 0.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.8° 5.0
May 29°C / 84°F 24.9° / 33.2° 38.4
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.7° / 32.5° 208.0
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 32.6° 143.7
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.9° 177.4
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 24° / 32.4° 195.3
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 23.6° / 33° 89.9
Nov 28°C / 82°F 22.7° / 33.4° 7.2
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 21.4° / 32.3° 2.3
El Vigía has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates15.7206°N, 96.4701°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.25"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,371 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 62 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 53 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 130 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 26 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 149 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 91 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 46 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 52 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 53 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 83 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 88 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 74 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 44 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Mar 5, 2025 60 km SSE of Santa Gertrudis Miramar, Mexico M5.5 148 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 66 km
Mar 20, 1996 13 km SW of Santiago Cuixtla, Mexico M5.4 88 km
Aug 5, 2002 3 km SSW of Tapanalá, Mexico M5.4 82 km
Apr 4, 1999 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.4 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 89 km
2024 John Category 3 215 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 14 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 258 km
2017 Max Category 1 281 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 243 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 28 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 242 km
2006 John Category 2 254 km
1998 Lester Category 2 136 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 46 km
1997 Rick Category 2 24 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 240 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 291 km
1984 Boris Category 1 267 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 53 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 96 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 74 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 70 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 40 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 40 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in

El Vigía has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in El Vigía

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca infantil0.0
Biblioteca UMAR0.0
La Biblio de Mazunte0.0

Farmers Markets in El Vigía

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado El Calvario
Mercado local de Puerto Ángel

Gas Stations in El Vigía

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near El Vigía

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in El Vigía

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación

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 Vigía

What is the population of El Vigía?

El Vigía has a population of 703 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Vigía?

El Vigía has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.

How is the job market in El Vigía?

The job market in El Vigía is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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