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Río Chiquito, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Río Chiquito is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,940. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,940 Population 9/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
108.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,940
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain108.6 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Population1,940
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates17.6198°, -95.9367°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation108.6 inches (2,758 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Río Chiquito

Río Chiquito is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,940. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 62 business establishments.

Income: Río Chiquito vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Río Chiquito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 108.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area211.3 sq mi (547.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.6198°N, 95.9367°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.6"
186% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 21.81"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,016 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 31 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 143 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 64 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 102 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 90 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 107 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 140 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 66 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 86 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 97 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 150 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 68 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 111 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 111 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 131 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 122 km
Jan 17, 2020 6 km NE of Ixtepec, Mexico M5.2 147 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 48 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 128 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 107 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 4 283 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 198 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 274 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 268 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 223 km
2010 Karl Category 3 169 km
2005 Stan Category 1 155 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 237 km
1997 Rick Category 1 191 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
March 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 2.3 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 17.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 21.8 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 17.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 16.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in

Río Chiquito has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 70°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 106.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.8") and March the driest (2.1").

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Libraries in Río Chiquito

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Guilleromo Zúñiga Martinez0.0

Airports Near Río Chiquito

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall 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 Río Chiquito

What is the population of Río Chiquito?

Río Chiquito has a population of 1,940 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 211.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Río Chiquito?

Río Chiquito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.6 inches.

How is the job market in Río Chiquito?

The job market in Río Chiquito is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

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