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Ixpantepec Nieves, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Ixpantepec Nieves is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 687. Elevation: 6,759 ft (2,060 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

687 Population 2/sq mi density
6,759 ft Elevation 2,060 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population687
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.3%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation6,759 ft (2,060 m)
Population687
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,759 ft (2,060 m)
Coordinates17.5062°, -98.0429°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ixpantepec Nieves

Ixpantepec Nieves is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 687. The city sits at an elevation of 6,759 feet (2,060 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Ixpantepec Nieves vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ixpantepec Nieves has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,759 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,759 ft (2,060 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.5062°N, 98.0429°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.30"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,089 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 100 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 114 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 125 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 125 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 117 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 132 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 110 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 127 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 97 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 150 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 127 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 101 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 137 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 142 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 124 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 128 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 120 km
2024 John Category 3 136 km
2023 Otis Category 5 207 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 250 km
2017 Max Category 1 128 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 293 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 113 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 266 km
2010 Karl Category 3 203 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 126 km
1997 Rick Category 2 198 km
1996 Boris Category 1 291 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 122 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 122 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 146 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 100 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 116 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 114 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 150 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 179 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 188 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

Ixpantepec Nieves has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Ixpantepec Nieves

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería”

Airports Near Ixpantepec Nieves

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Ixpantepec Nieves

What is the population of Ixpantepec Nieves?

Ixpantepec Nieves has a population of 687 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ixpantepec Nieves?

Ixpantepec Nieves has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Ixpantepec Nieves?

The job market in Ixpantepec Nieves is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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