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Rancho Pastor, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Rancho Pastor is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 509. Elevation: 5,728 ft (1,746 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

509 Population 1/sq mi density
5,728 ft Elevation 1,746 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population509
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation5,728 ft (1,746 m)
Population509
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,728 ft (1,746 m)
Coordinates17.2522°, -98.2458°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,224 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rancho Pastor

Rancho Pastor is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 509. The city sits at an elevation of 5,728 feet (1,746 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Rancho Pastor vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rancho Pastor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,728 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,728 ft (1,746 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.2522°N, 98.2458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.33"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,920 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 84 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 65 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 101 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 147 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 143 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 102 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 75 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 107 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 139 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 130 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 64 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 96 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 67 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 115 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 121 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 86 km
2024 John Category 3 101 km
2023 Otis Category 5 176 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 246 km
2017 Max Category 1 93 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 259 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 91 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 231 km
2010 Karl Category 3 239 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 95 km
1997 Rick Category 2 173 km
1996 Boris Category 1 257 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 89 km
1984 Odile Category 2 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 144 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 88 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 113 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 124 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 144 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 65 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 133 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 86 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 84 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 143 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 119 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 1.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 9.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 9.1 in
August 67°F (20°C) 9.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 9.3 in Wettest
October 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Rancho Pastor has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 62°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Rancho Pastor

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall 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 Rancho Pastor

What is the population of Rancho Pastor?

Rancho Pastor has a population of 509 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rancho Pastor?

Rancho Pastor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.

How is the job market in Rancho Pastor?

Rancho Pastor has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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