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San Francisco Jayacaxtepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 816. Elevation: 5,138 ft (1,566 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

816 Population 7/sq mi density
5,138 ft Elevation 1,566 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
96.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population816
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain96.6 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Population816
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Coordinates17.2217°, -95.9747°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation96.6 inches (2,454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco Jayacaxtepec

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 816. The city sits at an elevation of 5,138 feet (1,566 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: San Francisco Jayacaxtepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 96.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,138 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,138 ft (1,566 m)
Area123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates17.2217°N, 95.9747°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 96.6"
154% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,281 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 149 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 62 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 116 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 108 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 124 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 80 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 33 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 125 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 149 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 27 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 101 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 89 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 133 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Aug 5, 2002 3 km SSW of Tapanalá, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 135 km
Jun 7, 2002 6 km E of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.3 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 251 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 154 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 248 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 186 km
2010 Karl Category 3 206 km
2005 Stan Category 1 191 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 196 km
1997 Rick Category 1 147 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 10 149 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 104 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (171 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
May 74°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 15.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 18.3 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 16.9 in
September 71°F (22°C) 16.6 in
October 69°F (21°C) 9.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
December 65°F (19°C) 3.3 in

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.3") and February the driest (1.9").

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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 Jayacaxtepec

What is the population of San Francisco Jayacaxtepec?

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec has a population of 816 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco Jayacaxtepec?

San Francisco Jayacaxtepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 96.6 inches.

How is the job market in San Francisco Jayacaxtepec?

The job market in San Francisco Jayacaxtepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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