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San Jorge Nuchita, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Jorge Nuchita is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,852. Elevation: 3,924 ft (1,196 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Jorge Nuchita
San Jorge Nuchita is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 67.62 km2.
It is part of the Huajuapan District in the north of the Mixteca Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,852 |
| Population Density | 157 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,924 ft (1,196 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6567°, -98.1032° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Jorge Nuchita
San Jorge Nuchita is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,852. The city sits at an elevation of 3,924 feet (1,196 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.
Income: San Jorge Nuchita vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 59 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,924 ft (1,196 m) |
| Area | 11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6567°N, 98.1032°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 135 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 111 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 131 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 130 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 162 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 176 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 188 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 192 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
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 Jorge 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").
Museums in San Jorge Nuchita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería” |
Airports Near San Jorge Nuchita
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Jorge Nuchita?
San Jorge Nuchita has a population of 1,852 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 157 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Jorge Nuchita?
San Jorge 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 Jorge Nuchita?
The job market in San Jorge Nuchita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.