Peñas Negras, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Peñas Negras is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 540. Elevation: 2,913 ft (888 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 | 540 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,913 ft (888 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.2262°, -97.4890° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.8 inches (1,520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Peñas Negras
Peñas Negras is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 540. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet (888 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,913 ft (888 m) |
| Area | 102.0 sq mi (264.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.2262°N, 97.4890°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 112 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 133 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 83 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 85 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 53 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 68 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 42 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 11.7 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 12.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in |
Peñas Negras has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Peñas Negras
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Peñas Negras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Airports Near Peñas Negras
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Peñas Negras?
Peñas Negras has a population of 540 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 102.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Peñas Negras?
Peñas Negras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches.
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