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Guelaguechi, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Guelaguechi is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 515. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

515 Population 12/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population515
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population515
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates16.1203°, -95.2961°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (848 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Guelaguechi

Guelaguechi is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 515. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Guelaguechi vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Guelaguechi

Guelaguechi has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1036 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 237.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 313.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.4
Guelaguechi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area43.8 sq mi (113.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates16.1203°N, 95.2961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,624 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 80 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 109 km
Sep 30, 1993 90 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M6.5 101 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 110 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 61 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 142 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 51 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 120 km
Sep 10, 2017 92 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.8 115 km
Sep 23, 2017 80 km SSW of La Gloria, Mexico M5.8 116 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Mar 2, 2023 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.7 96 km
Sep 8, 2017 100 km SSW of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M5.7 150 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 17 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 130 km
Sep 18, 2017 108 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Jan 21, 2019 72 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 85 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 115 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 211 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 121 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 126 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 161 km
2005 Stan Category 1 279 km
1998 Lester Category 2 180 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 141 km
1997 Rick Category 1 79 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 80 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 57 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 71 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 45 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 100 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
May 85°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 5.4 in
August 83°F (28°C) 6.6 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in

Guelaguechi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Guelaguechi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cheche Galeria

Libraries in Guelaguechi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Aries 670.0

Farmers Markets in Guelaguechi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coppel Aviación
Mercado Municipal "Jesús Carranza"
Plaza la sevillana

Restaurants in Guelaguechi

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rincón Ecologico Los Cachimbos
SAL MARINA

Stadiums & Teams in Guelaguechi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Guelaguechi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air BaseIZTMedium Airport
Estación Aeronaval de Salina CruzSCXSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Guelaguechi

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro y Unidad Básica De Rehabilitación y Educación Municipal.
Meraki

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 Guelaguechi

What is the population of Guelaguechi?

Guelaguechi has a population of 515 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 43.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Guelaguechi?

Guelaguechi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.

How is the job market in Guelaguechi?

The job market in Guelaguechi is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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