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La Mina, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

La Mina is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1,480 Population 427/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,480
Density427/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain75.3 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population1,480
Population Density427 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates17.9869°, -96.0998°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.3 inches (1,911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Mina

La Mina is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: La Mina vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Mina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 75.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates17.9869°N, 96.0998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.3"
98% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 23.03"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

563 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 148 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 58 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 117 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 31 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 115 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 99 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 145 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 113 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 149 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 150 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 69 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 61 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 116 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 118 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 131 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 300 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 234 km
2021 Grace Category 3 294 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 230 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 246 km
2010 Karl Category 3 126 km
2007 Dean Category 2 284 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 280 km
2005 Stan Category 1 144 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 268 km
1997 Rick Category 1 232 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (115 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 115 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 169 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 179 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 192 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
February 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
May 83°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 17.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 23.0 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 19.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 19.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 11.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in

La Mina has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 115.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (23.0") and March the driest (2.1").

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Museums in La Mina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sotavento / Casa de Cultura "Narcisa Lopez Quintero"

Farmers Markets in La Mina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Díaz Mori
Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón

Breweries in La Mina

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervecería Tuxtepec

Stadiums & Teams in La Mina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Mina

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta 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 Mina

What is the population of La Mina?

La Mina has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 427 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Mina?

La Mina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches.

How is the job market in La Mina?

The job market in La Mina is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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