Paso Ancho, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Paso Ancho is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 676. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 676 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8433°, -96.3156° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.2 inches (1,834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paso Ancho
Paso Ancho is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 676. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Climate in Paso Ancho
Paso Ancho has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8433°N, 96.3156°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 33 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 75 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 53 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 80 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 135 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 30 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | - | 24 | 49 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in |
Paso Ancho has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (0.2").
Libraries in Paso Ancho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca infantil | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UMAR | 0.0 | |||||
| La Biblio de Mazunte | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paso Ancho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado 3 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado de artesanias de Santa Cruz Huatulco | |||||
| Mercado El Calvario | |||||
| Mercado local de Puerto Ángel | |||||
| Mercado Organico de Huatulco |
Airports Near Paso Ancho
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Paso Ancho
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Paso Ancho?
Paso Ancho has a population of 676 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paso Ancho?
Paso Ancho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.
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