San Cristóbal Honduras, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Cristóbal Honduras is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,086. Elevation: 3,576 ft (1,090 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,086 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,576 ft (1,090 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3253°, -97.0411° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.5 inches (1,385 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Cristóbal Honduras
San Cristóbal Honduras is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,086. The city sits at an elevation of 3,576 feet (1,090 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,576 ft (1,090 m) |
| Area | 262.6 sq mi (680.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3253°N, 97.0411°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | 121 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 133 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 127 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 117 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 128 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 33 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 117 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 78 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 124 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | - | 24 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 9.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 10.7 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in |
San Cristóbal Honduras has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (0.3").
Airports Near San Cristóbal Honduras
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of San Cristóbal Honduras?
San Cristóbal Honduras has a population of 1,086 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 262.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Cristóbal Honduras?
San Cristóbal Honduras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches.
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