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San Agustín Amatengo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Agustín Amatengo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,294. Elevation: 4,482 ft (1,366 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,294 Population 36/sq mi density
4,482 ft Elevation 1,366 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
29.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,294
Density36/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation4,482 ft (1,366 m)
Population1,294
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation4,482 ft (1,366 m)
Coordinates16.5101°, -96.7888°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation29.9 inches (760 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Agustín Amatengo

San Agustín Amatengo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,294. The city sits at an elevation of 4,482 feet (1,366 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: San Agustín Amatengo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Agustín Amatengo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,482 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,482 ft (1,366 m)
Area36.0 sq mi (93.1 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates16.5101°N, 96.7888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.9"
21% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,537 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 52 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 109 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 128 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 149 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 87 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 107 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 129 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 104 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 114 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 113 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 87 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 69 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 111 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 144 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 45 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 115 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 136 km
2024 John Category 3 205 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 80 km
2017 Max Category 1 226 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 291 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 71 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 256 km
2010 Karl Category 2 266 km
1998 Lester Category 2 224 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 91 km
1997 Rick Category 2 71 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 240 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 10 109 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 108 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 96 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 60 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 149 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 101 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
August 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
September 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in

San Agustín Amatengo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 67°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in San Agustín Amatengo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near San Agustín Amatengo

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 San Agustín Amatengo

What is the population of San Agustín Amatengo?

San Agustín Amatengo has a population of 1,294 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 36.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Agustín Amatengo?

San Agustín Amatengo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Agustín Amatengo?

The job market in San Agustín Amatengo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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