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San Andrés Tepetlapa, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Andrés Tepetlapa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 475. Elevation: 4,843 ft (1,476 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

475 Population 1/sq mi density
4,843 ft Elevation 1,476 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population475
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)
Population475
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)
Coordinates17.6659°, -98.3916°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Andrés Tepetlapa

San Andrés Tepetlapa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 475. The city sits at an elevation of 4,843 feet (1,476 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 15 business establishments.

Income: San Andrés Tepetlapa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Andrés Tepetlapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,843 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,843 ft (1,476 m)
Area399.5 sq mi (1,034.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.6659°N, 98.3916°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.64"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

824 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 132 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 101 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 149 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 99 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 129 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 149 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 107 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 147 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 108 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 142 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 110 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 100 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 102 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 132 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 124 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 101 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 130 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 138 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 134 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 4 110 km
2024 John Category 3 129 km
2023 Otis Category 5 184 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 289 km
2017 Max Category 1 120 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 275 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 140 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 264 km
2010 Karl Category 3 217 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 125 km
1997 Rick Category 2 220 km
1996 Boris Category 1 275 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 107 km
1984 Odile Category 2 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 138 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 130 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 129 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 150 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 138 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 101 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 129 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 133 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 132 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 129 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (153 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 153 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 170 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 176 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 186 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 7.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 7.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 6.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest

San Andrés Tepetlapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near San Andrés Tepetlapa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Tepetlapa

What is the population of San Andrés Tepetlapa?

San Andrés Tepetlapa has a population of 475 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 399.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Andrés Tepetlapa?

San Andrés Tepetlapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in San Andrés Tepetlapa?

The job market in San Andrés Tepetlapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 15 business establishments in the area.

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