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Nuevo Ixcatlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Nuevo Ixcatlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,770. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,770 Population 9/sq mi density
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
72.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,770
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain72.3 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Population3,770
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates17.6415°, -95.4381°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation72.3 inches (1,837 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Ixcatlán

Nuevo Ixcatlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,770. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 121 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo Ixcatlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo Ixcatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Area432.9 sq mi (1,121.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.6415°N, 95.4381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.3"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,332 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 126 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 23 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 119 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 51 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 55 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 79 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 106 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 70 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 62 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 142 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 46 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 82 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 73 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 85 km
Jun 28, 2015 11 km NE of La Blanca, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 81 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 97 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 97 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 219 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 285 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 229 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 257 km
2010 Karl Category 3 201 km
2005 Stan Category 1 121 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 266 km
1997 Rick Category 1 203 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (106 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 106 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 17.3 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 13.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.0 in
October 78°F (25°C) 5.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in

Nuevo Ixcatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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Airports Near Nuevo Ixcatlán

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Moralar 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 Nuevo Ixcatlán

What is the population of Nuevo Ixcatlán?

Nuevo Ixcatlán has a population of 3,770 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 432.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo Ixcatlán?

Nuevo Ixcatlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.3 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo Ixcatlán?

The job market in Nuevo Ixcatlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 121 business establishments in the area.

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