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San Francisco Cahuacuá, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Francisco Cahuacuá is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 503. Elevation: 4,354 ft (1,327 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

503 Population 11/sq mi density
4,354 ft Elevation 1,327 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
41.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population503
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Population503
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Coordinates16.8962°, -97.3058°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,063 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco Cahuacuá

San Francisco Cahuacuá is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 503. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet (1,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: San Francisco Cahuacuá vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Francisco Cahuacuá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,354 ft (1,327 m)
Area46.8 sq mi (121.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates16.8962°N, 97.3058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,826 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 M7.5 101 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 108 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 138 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 92 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 131 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 115 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 M6.2 109 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 118 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 85 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 82 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 129 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 79 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 113 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 145 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 131 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 125 km
2024 John Category 3 173 km
2023 Otis Category 5 266 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 147 km
2017 Max Category 1 171 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 77 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 252 km
2010 Karl Category 3 229 km
1998 Lester Category 2 267 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 105 km
1997 Rick Category 2 111 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 180 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 11 135 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 138 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 108 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 108 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 101 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 131 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 69°F (21°C) 7.5 in
September 69°F (21°C) 7.5 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in

San Francisco Cahuacuá has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near San Francisco Cahuacuá

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz 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 Francisco Cahuacuá

What is the population of San Francisco Cahuacuá?

San Francisco Cahuacuá has a population of 503 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 46.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco Cahuacuá?

San Francisco Cahuacuá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Francisco Cahuacuá?

The job market in San Francisco Cahuacuá is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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