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La Josefina, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

La Josefina is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 579. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

579 Population 2/sq mi density
607 ft Elevation 185 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
108.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population579
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain108.6 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Population579
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Coordinates17.6572°, -96.1417°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation108.6 inches (2,758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Josefina

La Josefina is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 579. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: La Josefina vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Josefina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 108.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area368.3 sq mi (953.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.6572°N, 96.1417°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.6"
186% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.81"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

761 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 52 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 111 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 122 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 65 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 62 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 117 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 99 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 78 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 141 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 132 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 130 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 143 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 69 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 115 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 43 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 125 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 271 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 197 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 265 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 288 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 213 km
2010 Karl Category 3 155 km
2005 Stan Category 1 168 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 232 km
1997 Rick Category 1 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 142 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
February 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
April 78°F (25°C) 2.8 in
May 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 17.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 21.8 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 18.4 in
September 76°F (25°C) 18.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 11.4 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
December 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Coldest

La Josefina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 69°F in December to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 113.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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Airports Near La Josefina

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Josefina

What is the population of La Josefina?

La Josefina has a population of 579 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 368.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Josefina?

La Josefina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.6 inches.

How is the job market in La Josefina?

The job market in La Josefina is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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