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Río Humo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Río Humo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 524. Elevation: 7,510 ft (2,289 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

524 Population 11/sq mi density
7,510 ft Elevation 2,289 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population524
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation7,510 ft (2,289 m)
Population524
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation7,510 ft (2,289 m)
Coordinates16.7233°, -97.2404°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Río Humo

Río Humo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 524. The city sits at an elevation of 7,510 feet (2,289 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Río Humo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Río Humo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,510 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,510 ft (2,289 m)
Area46.8 sq mi (121.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates16.7233°N, 97.2404°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.21"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,985 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 81 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 109 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 145 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 87 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 121 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 113 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 137 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 68 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 99 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 123 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 125 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 120 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 77 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 72 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 97 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 73 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 92 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 139 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 116 km
2024 John Category 3 172 km
2023 Otis Category 5 271 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 128 km
2017 Max Category 1 177 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 70 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 241 km
2010 Karl Category 3 247 km
1998 Lester Category 2 248 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 89 km
1997 Rick Category 2 92 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 188 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 11 137 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 145 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 108 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 150 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 109 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 80 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 121 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 64°F (18°C) 9.2 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 7.0 in
August 63°F (17°C) 7.8 in
September 63°F (17°C) 6.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
November 60°F (16°C) 1.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in

Río Humo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 58°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Río Humo

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 Humo

What is the population of Río Humo?

Río Humo has a population of 524 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 46.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Río Humo?

Río Humo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Río Humo?

The job market in Río Humo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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