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Margarita Huitepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Margarita Huitepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,009. Elevation: 4,488 ft (1,368 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,009 Population 24/sq mi density
4,488 ft Elevation 1,368 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,009
Density24/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation4,488 ft (1,368 m)
Population1,009
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation4,488 ft (1,368 m)
Coordinates16.9388°, -95.6692°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Margarita Huitepec

Margarita Huitepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,009. The city sits at an elevation of 4,488 feet (1,368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: Margarita Huitepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Margarita Huitepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,488 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,488 ft (1,368 m)
Area41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates16.9388°N, 95.6692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
35% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,860 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 123 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 145 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 135 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 83 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 72 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 96 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 56 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 142 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 67 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 66 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 118 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 143 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 110 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 20 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 50 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 141 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 70 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 4 247 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 139 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 206 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 182 km
2010 Karl Category 3 249 km
2005 Stan Category 1 202 km
1998 Lester Category 2 271 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 190 km
1997 Rick Category 1 121 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 10 123 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 72 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 91 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 144 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 8.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 8.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in
October 69°F (20°C) 4.6 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in

Margarita Huitepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.8").

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Airports Near Margarita Huitepec

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air BaseIZTMedium Airport
Estación Aeronaval de Salina CruzSCXSmall 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 Margarita Huitepec

What is the population of Margarita Huitepec?

Margarita Huitepec has a population of 1,009 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Margarita Huitepec?

Margarita Huitepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.

How is the job market in Margarita Huitepec?

The job market in Margarita Huitepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

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