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La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
La Barra de Colotepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,224. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,224 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8243°, -97.0281° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Barra de Colotepec
La Barra de Colotepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,224. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Barra de Colotepec vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 39 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 173.3 sq mi (448.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8243°N, 97.0281°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | 109 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 142 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 147 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 121 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 148 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 23 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 113 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 108 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
La Barra de Colotepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in La Barra de Colotepec
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Narciso Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica Número 235 | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in La Barra de Colotepec
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Zicatela |
Restaurants in La Barra de Colotepec
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Barra de Colotepec
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Barra de Colotepec
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Barra de Colotepec
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nodo Brewhaus |
Airports Near La Barra de Colotepec
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | — | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Barra de Colotepec?
La Barra de Colotepec has a population of 1,224 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 173.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Barra de Colotepec?
La Barra de Colotepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.
How is the job market in La Barra de Colotepec?
The job market in La Barra de Colotepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.