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El Zompantle, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Zompantle is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 585. Elevation: 5,322 ft (1,622 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

585 Population 12/sq mi density
5,322 ft Elevation 1,622 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population585
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Population585
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Coordinates16.4427°, -96.6694°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Zompantle

El Zompantle is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 585. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet (1,622 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: El Zompantle vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Zompantle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates16.4427°N, 96.6694°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,485 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 51 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 94 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 140 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 74 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 119 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 139 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 126 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 86 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 132 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 65 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 125 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 38 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 108 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 47 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 134 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 137 km
2024 John Category 3 215 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 67 km
2017 Max Category 1 239 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 277 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 76 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 262 km
2010 Karl Category 1 274 km
1998 Lester Category 2 216 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 86 km
1997 Rick Category 2 61 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 94 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 94 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 82 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 61 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 114 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 105 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 71°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

El Zompantle has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in El Zompantle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near El Zompantle

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec 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 Zompantle

What is the population of El Zompantle?

El Zompantle has a population of 585 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Zompantle?

El Zompantle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Zompantle?

The job market in El Zompantle is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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