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Magdalena Tequisistlán, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Magdalena Tequisistlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,829. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Magdalena Tequisistlán
Magdalena Tequisistlán is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, located 470 km (290 mi) southeast of Mexico City.
It is part of the Tehuantepec District in the west of the Istmo Region.
The town was founded in 1410 under the present name. In the Chontal language it was known as "Maadú".
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,829 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3991°, -95.6029° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (616 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magdalena Tequisistlán
Magdalena Tequisistlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,829. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet (204 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Magdalena Tequisistlán vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 123 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 386.4 sq mi (1,000.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3991°N, 95.6029°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 72 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 24 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 46 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 90 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Magdalena Tequisistlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Museums in Magdalena Tequisistlán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Magdalena Tequisistlán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado público 27de Marzo |
Hotels in Magdalena Tequisistlán
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Magdalena Tequisistlán
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Magdalena Tequisistlán
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | 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 Magdalena Tequisistlán?
Magdalena Tequisistlán has a population of 3,829 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 386.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magdalena Tequisistlán?
Magdalena Tequisistlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
How is the job market in Magdalena Tequisistlán?
The job market in Magdalena Tequisistlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 123 business establishments in the area.