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La Soledad Piedra Ancha, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

La Soledad Piedra Ancha is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 572. Elevation: 3,734 ft (1,138 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

572 Population 8/sq mi density
3,734 ft Elevation 1,138 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
84.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population572
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment10.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,734 ft (1,138 m)
Population572
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation3,734 ft (1,138 m)
Coordinates18.0450°, -96.7036°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.5 inches (2,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Soledad Piedra Ancha

La Soledad Piedra Ancha is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 572. The city sits at an elevation of 3,734 feet (1,138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: La Soledad Piedra Ancha vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Soledad Piedra Ancha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 84.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,734 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,734 ft (1,138 m)
Area73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates18.0450°N, 96.7036°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.5"
122% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 20.79"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

268 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 86 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 118 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 86 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 51 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 138 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 110 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 142 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 132 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 115 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 95 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 133 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 43 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 127 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 70 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 102 km
Aug 4, 2021 8 km N of Antón Lizardo, Mexico M4.8 142 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 257 km
2024 John Category 3 283 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 241 km
2021 Grace Category 3 285 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 218 km
2017 Katia Category 1 287 km
2017 Max Category 1 277 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 214 km
2010 Karl Category 3 96 km
2007 Dean Category 2 273 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 273 km
2005 Stan Category 1 200 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 247 km
1997 Rick Category 2 239 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (125 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 125 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 137 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 154 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 158 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 168 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 169 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 181 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.0 in
February 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 2.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 17.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 20.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 19.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 19.4 in
October 69°F (20°C) 11.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Coldest

La Soledad Piedra Ancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 112.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.8") and March the driest (2.0").

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Museums in La Soledad Piedra Ancha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maria Sabina’s House

Libraries in La Soledad Piedra Ancha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca La Asunción0.0
Librería Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in La Soledad Piedra Ancha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Erasto Pineda

Airports Near La Soledad Piedra Ancha

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
El Ahijadero 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
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Soledad Piedra Ancha

What is the population of La Soledad Piedra Ancha?

La Soledad Piedra Ancha has a population of 572 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Soledad Piedra Ancha?

La Soledad Piedra Ancha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Soledad Piedra Ancha?

The job market in La Soledad Piedra Ancha faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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