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San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 903. Elevation: 5,597 ft (1,706 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

903 Population 76/sq mi density
5,597 ft Elevation 1,706 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population903
Density76/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Population903
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Coordinates17.8105°, -97.8448°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 903. The city sits at an elevation of 5,597 feet (1,706 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,597 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.4°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates17.8105°N, 97.8448°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.02"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 140 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 107 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 77 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 150 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 137 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 140 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 75 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 146 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 141 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 140 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 73 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 69 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 75 km
Aug 13, 2013 4 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M5.3 143 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 61 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 54 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 61 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 120 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 4 159 km
2024 John Category 3 175 km
2023 Otis Category 5 242 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 262 km
2021 Grace Category 1 299 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 276 km
2017 Max Category 1 167 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 146 km
2010 Karl Category 3 164 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 164 km
1997 Rick Category 2 223 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 159 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 140 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 149 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 158 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 161 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 167 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 174 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 180 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 189 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
February 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
August 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in
October 69°F (20°C) 2.1 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in December to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

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

Libraries in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa María0.0
Biblioteca UTM0.0

Farmers Markets in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Cuautémoc
Mercado Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Zaragoza

Breweries in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heineken México

Airports Near San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Jerónimo Silacayoapilla

What is the population of San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla?

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla has a population of 903 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla?

San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

How is the job market in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla?

The job market in San Jerónimo Silacayoapilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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