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San Andrés Chicahuaxtla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,120. Elevation: 8,031 ft (2,448 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,120 Population 2/sq mi density
8,031 ft Elevation 2,448 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,120
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation8,031 ft (2,448 m)
Population1,120
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation8,031 ft (2,448 m)
Coordinates17.1570°, -97.8370°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Andrés Chicahuaxtla

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,120. The city sits at an elevation of 8,031 feet (2,448 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 36 business establishments.

Income: San Andrés Chicahuaxtla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,031 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,031 ft (2,448 m)
Area498.0 sq mi (1,289.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.1570°N, 97.8370°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,896 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 91 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 85 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 M7.1 133 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 143 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 100 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 104 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 85 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 116 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 78 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 129 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 98 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 91 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 111 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 83 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 4 103 km
2024 John Category 3 129 km
2023 Otis Category 5 215 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 207 km
2017 Max Category 1 124 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 292 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 73 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 249 km
2010 Karl Category 3 223 km
1998 Lester Category 2 298 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 98 km
1997 Rick Category 2 155 km
1996 Boris Category 1 288 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 11 102 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 91 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 86 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 85 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 133 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 74°F (24°C) 0.7 in
May 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 11.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 10.6 in
August 74°F (23°C) 11.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 68°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in San Andrés Chicahuaxtla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San Andrés Chicahuaxtla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Andrés Chicahuaxtla

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall 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 Andrés Chicahuaxtla

What is the population of San Andrés Chicahuaxtla?

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla has a population of 1,120 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 498.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Andrés Chicahuaxtla?

San Andrés Chicahuaxtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Andrés Chicahuaxtla?

The job market in San Andrés Chicahuaxtla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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