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La Humedad, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

La Humedad is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,434. Elevation: 1,939 ft (591 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,434 Population 10/sq mi density
1,939 ft Elevation 591 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
64.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,434
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment13.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Population1,434
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Coordinates16.5822°, -97.6672°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation64.4 inches (1,636 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Humedad

La Humedad is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,434. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet (591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 46 business establishments.

Income: La Humedad vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Humedad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates16.5822°N, 97.6672°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.4"
70% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,373 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 98 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 61 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 101 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 40 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 80 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 65 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 114 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 24 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 58 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 79 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 81 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 109 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 72 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 137 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 34 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 33 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 52 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 79 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 74 km
2024 John Category 3 125 km
2023 Otis Category 5 223 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 150 km
2017 Max Category 1 132 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 282 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 26 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 202 km
2010 Karl Category 2 274 km
2006 John Category 3 295 km
1998 Lester Category 2 232 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 65 km
1997 Rick Category 2 89 km
1996 Boris Category 1 281 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 146 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 89 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 101 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 60 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 61 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 91 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 80 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 10 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
May 76°F (25°C) 4.7 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 13.2 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.4 in
August 75°F (24°C) 12.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 13.6 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in

La Humedad has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near La Humedad

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near La Humedad

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 La Humedad

What is the population of La Humedad?

La Humedad has a population of 1,434 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Humedad?

La Humedad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches.

How is the job market in La Humedad?

The job market in La Humedad faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.

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