Sign In Register

San Jerónimo Nuchita, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Jerónimo Nuchita is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 501. Elevation: 3,957 ft (1,206 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

501 Population 42/sq mi density
3,957 ft Elevation 1,206 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

Discover San Jerónimo Nuchita, Mexico

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population501
Density42/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Population501
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Coordinates17.6436°, -98.0936°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Jerónimo Nuchita

San Jerónimo Nuchita is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 501. The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet (1,206 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: San Jerónimo Nuchita vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Jerónimo Nuchita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates17.6436°N, 98.0936°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.30"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

719 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 129 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 110 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 140 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 109 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 108 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 146 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 119 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 143 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 110 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 141 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 148 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 122 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 107 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 130 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 140 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 125 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 137 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 111 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 4 127 km
2024 John Category 3 144 km
2023 Otis Category 5 210 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 265 km
2017 Max Category 1 136 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 298 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 129 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 276 km
2010 Karl Category 3 195 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 140 km
1997 Rick Category 2 215 km
1996 Boris Category 1 296 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 11 134 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 110 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 130 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 129 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 163 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 177 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 180 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 189 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 192 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 194 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

San Jerónimo Nuchita has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and December the driest (0.2").

View full weather details →

Museums in San Jerónimo Nuchita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería”

Airports Near San Jerónimo Nuchita

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for San Jerónimo Nuchita.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About San Jerónimo Nuchita

What is the population of San Jerónimo Nuchita?

San Jerónimo Nuchita has a population of 501 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Jerónimo Nuchita?

San Jerónimo Nuchita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in San Jerónimo Nuchita?

San Jerónimo Nuchita has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Compare San Jerónimo Nuchita with another city: