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San Francisco Cozoaltepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Francisco Cozoaltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,121. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,121 Population 12/sq mi density
466 ft Elevation 142 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,121
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Population2,121
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates15.8148°, -96.7240°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco Cozoaltepec

San Francisco Cozoaltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,121. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 68 business establishments.

Income: San Francisco Cozoaltepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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Climate in San Francisco Cozoaltepec

San Francisco Cozoaltepec has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32° 2.2
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 22.1° / 32.1° 1.1
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.6° 0.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.8° 5.0
May 29°C / 84°F 24.9° / 33.2° 38.4
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.7° / 32.5° 208.0
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 32.6° 143.7
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.9° 177.4
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 24° / 32.4° 195.3
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 23.6° / 33° 89.9
Nov 28°C / 82°F 22.7° / 33.4° 7.2
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 21.4° / 32.3° 2.3
San Francisco Cozoaltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Area175.4 sq mi (454.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates15.8148°N, 96.7240°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,482 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 35 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 77 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 148 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 145 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 121 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 46 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 133 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 120 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 62 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 133 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 128 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 137 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 144 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 17 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 33 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 73 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 57 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 40 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 79 km
2024 John Category 3 192 km
2023 Otis Category 4 295 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 18 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 268 km
2017 Max Category 1 252 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 270 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 19 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 221 km
2006 John Category 2 248 km
1998 Lester Category 2 146 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 23 km
1997 Rick Category 2 16 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 247 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 262 km
1984 Boris Category 1 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 77 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 113 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 91 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 41 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 145 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 134 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 69 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in
August 80°F (26°C) 7.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.8 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in

San Francisco Cozoaltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 63°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Libraries in San Francisco Cozoaltepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca infantil0.0
Biblioteca UMAR0.0
La Biblio de Mazunte0.0

Farmers Markets in San Francisco Cozoaltepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado local de Puerto Ángel

Airports Near San Francisco Cozoaltepec

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec 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 Cozoaltepec

What is the population of San Francisco Cozoaltepec?

San Francisco Cozoaltepec has a population of 2,121 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 175.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco Cozoaltepec?

San Francisco Cozoaltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in San Francisco Cozoaltepec?

The job market in San Francisco Cozoaltepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 68 business establishments in the area.

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