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Ipalapa, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Ipalapa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,907. Elevation: 1,594 ft (486 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,907 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6394°, -98.0315° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ipalapa
Ipalapa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,907. The city sits at an elevation of 1,594 feet (486 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.
Income: Ipalapa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 61 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Area | 50.9 sq mi (131.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6394°N, 98.0315°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | 52 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 115 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 62 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 27 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 27 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 126 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 74 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 139 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 34 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in |
Ipalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.8") and February the driest (0.1").
Museums in Ipalapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Comunitario |
Farmers Markets in Ipalapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Artesanal Amuzgos | |||||
| mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Xochistlahuaca | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Xoxhistlahuaca | |||||
| Mercado Provicional de Xochistlahuca |
Airports Near Ipalapa
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Ta Lo De Soto | — | Small Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Ipalapa?
Ipalapa has a population of 1,907 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 50.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ipalapa?
Ipalapa 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 Ipalapa?
The job market in Ipalapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 61 business establishments in the area.