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San Gabriel Mixtepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Gabriel Mixtepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,518. Elevation: 2,247 ft (685 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,518 Population 34/sq mi density
2,247 ft Elevation 685 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About San Gabriel Mixtepec

San Gabriel Mixtepec

San Gabriel Mixtepec is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Juquila District in the center of the Costa Region.
The name "Mixtepec" means "Hill of clouds".

People

Population3,518
Density34/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.6%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation2,247 ft (685 m)
Population3,518
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation2,247 ft (685 m)
Coordinates16.0959°, -97.0824°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,240 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Gabriel Mixtepec

San Gabriel Mixtepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,518. The city sits at an elevation of 2,247 feet (685 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 113 business establishments.

Income: San Gabriel Mixtepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)113

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Gabriel Mixtepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,247 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,247 ft (685 m)
Area102.5 sq mi (265.6 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates16.0959°N, 97.0824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,075 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 17 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 130 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 117 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 101 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 106 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 124 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 137 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 87 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 82 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 91 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 136 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 72 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 86 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 36 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 84 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 88 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 143 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 80 km
2024 John Category 3 164 km
2023 Otis Category 5 273 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 68 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 291 km
2017 Max Category 1 205 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 23 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 203 km
2006 John Category 3 260 km
1998 Lester Category 2 178 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 48 km
1997 Rick Category 2 25 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 277 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 218 km
1984 Boris Category 1 300 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 10 117 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 139 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 129 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 120 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 130 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 9 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 106 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 84 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 115 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.2 in Wettest
September 75°F (24°C) 10.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

San Gabriel Mixtepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in San Gabriel Mixtepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado de Zicatela

Airports Near San Gabriel Mixtepec

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium 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 Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 Gabriel Mixtepec

What is the population of San Gabriel Mixtepec?

San Gabriel Mixtepec has a population of 3,518 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 102.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Gabriel Mixtepec?

San Gabriel Mixtepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches.

How is the job market in San Gabriel Mixtepec?

The job market in San Gabriel Mixtepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 113 business establishments in the area.

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