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San Esteban Atatlahuca, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Esteban Atatlahuca is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 489. Elevation: 8,238 ft (2,511 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

489 Population 4/sq mi density
8,238 ft Elevation 2,511 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
42.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population489
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Population489
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Coordinates17.0668°, -97.6781°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.0 inches (1,066 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Esteban Atatlahuca

San Esteban Atatlahuca is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 489. The city sits at an elevation of 8,238 feet (2,511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: San Esteban Atatlahuca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Esteban Atatlahuca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,238 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Area132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.0668°N, 97.6781°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"
10% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.02"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,932 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 M7.5 138 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 103 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 87 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 82 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 128 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 149 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 100 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 116 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 75 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 108 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 87 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 134 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 101 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 87 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 83 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 103 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 107 km
2024 John Category 3 140 km
2023 Otis Category 5 229 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 188 km
2017 Max Category 1 136 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 67 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 250 km
2010 Karl Category 3 224 km
1998 Lester Category 2 286 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 99 km
1997 Rick Category 2 139 km
1996 Boris Category 1 299 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 142 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 108 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 103 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 87 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 87 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 134 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 128 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 62°F (17°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 7.8 in
August 61°F (16°C) 7.7 in
September 61°F (16°C) 7.5 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest

San Esteban Atatlahuca has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 56°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in San Esteban Atatlahuca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Airports Near San Esteban Atatlahuca

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall 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 Esteban Atatlahuca

What is the population of San Esteban Atatlahuca?

San Esteban Atatlahuca has a population of 489 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Esteban Atatlahuca?

San Esteban Atatlahuca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.

How is the job market in San Esteban Atatlahuca?

San Esteban Atatlahuca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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